When is the best time to visit Morocco?
Weather and the best time to visit Morocco
Morocco is a fascinating destination all year round, but choosing the best time to travel depends on the region you want to visit and the kind of experience you are looking for. At Mágico Marruecos we design tailor-made trips in every season, from cultural city breaks to Atlas Mountains treks and desert tours.
Knowing Morocco’s weather region by region will help you plan your trip and enjoy it to the full. Below we explain, simply, what the climate is like in each region and the best time to visit it.
Morocco’s climate by region
trip planning, the country can be divided into four main climate zones: the Atlantic coast, the Mediterranean coast, the Atlas Mountains and the southern desert.
Morocco’s Atlantic coast
- Mild winters
- Warm but not extreme summers
- Windy, ideal for surfing and water sports
- Cool sea water
- Frequent morning mist in summer
The north and the Mediterranean coast
- Mild temperatures most of the year
- Hot, humid summers on the coast
- Cooler weather in the Rif Mountains
- Colder winters at altitude
The Atlas Mountains
- Middle Atlas: cool winters, dry summers and green forests
- High Atlas: cold, snowy winters; summers hot by day and cool at night
- Anti-Atlas: drier, close to desert conditions
The southern Moroccan desert
- Very hot summers
- Winters mild by day and cold at night
- Great oases and valleys such as the Draa and the Dades
The best time to visit the Moroccan desert is from October to April, when temperatures are most pleasant.
When to visit Morocco, season by season
Morocco in winter (December – February)
- Desert trips
- Exploring valleys and oases
- Seeing the snow-capped Atlas
- Visiting cities such as Marrakech and Fez
Morocco in spring (March – May)
The best time to visit Morocco.
Pleasant temperatures, green landscapes and perfect conditions for:
- Trekking in the Atlas
- Cultural tours
- Easter holidays and longer trips
Morocco in summer (June – August)
- Mediterranean and Atlantic beaches
- Coastal trips and seaside holidays
Morocco in autumn (September – November)
- Mild, stable weather
- Fewer tourists
- Ideal desert conditions return
- More comfortable imperial cities
Visit Morocco at the best time with Mágico Marruecos
At Mágico Marruecos we help you choose the best time to visit Morocco, based on your interests, the weather and the region you want to discover. We design tailor-made trips, luxury tours, treks and authentic experiences so you can enjoy Morocco in comfort, safety and style.