Best Time to Visit Morocco: Month by Month Guide

Morocco is a year-round destination, but the experience changes a lot with the seasons. The same trip can mean warm sunny days in the Sahara, snow on the High Atlas or a hot afternoon in the souks of Marrakech. In this guide, our local team explains what Morocco is like month by month, so you can choose the best time for your trip.

The short answer: when is the best time to visit Morocco?

For most travelers, the best times to visit Morocco are spring (March to May) and autumn (September to November). Days are warm and sunny, nights are pleasant, and it is a great time for a desert tour, city visits and mountain drives. Winter is also a good choice if you don’t mind cold nights, and summer works well on the Atlantic coast and in the mountains.

Morocco month by month

January and February

Winter brings sunny, mild days in Marrakech and Fes, but cold nights. In the Sahara, days are pleasant and nights can drop close to freezing, so the desert camps give you extra blankets. Snow often covers the High Atlas, which makes the Tizi n’Tichka pass beautiful, and sometimes slower. This is a quiet season with fewer travelers, outside the holidays.

March, April and May

Spring is one of the best seasons in Morocco. The countryside is green, the almond trees bloom, and the temperatures are perfect for walking in the medinas and sleeping in the desert. In May, the Rose Valley near Kelaat M’Gouna is in bloom and usually celebrates its famous Rose Festival. Easter and spring holidays are busy, so book early.

June, July and August

Summer is hot inside the country. Marrakech, Fes and the desert can be very hot in the afternoon, so we plan early starts, long lunch breaks and sunset activities. The Atlantic coast, like Essaouira, stays cooler and windy, and the mountains are a good escape. In June, Essaouira usually hosts the Gnaoua World Music Festival. If you visit the Sahara in summer, a night in the dunes is still magical, just plan the camel ride for sunset.

September, October and November

Autumn is another favorite. The summer heat goes down, the light is golden and the dates are harvested in the oases of the south. It is the perfect time for a road trip from Marrakech, Fes or Casablanca to the Sahara. Nights in the desert become cooler from November, so bring a warm layer.

December

December has mild sunny days and cold nights. The end-of-year holidays are a popular time to spend New Year in the desert, so desert camps and riads fill up quickly. Book your tour a few weeks in advance.

What about Ramadan?

The dates of Ramadan change every year, because they follow the lunar calendar. In 2027, it is expected around February and March. You can travel during Ramadan without problems: hotels, restaurants for tourists and tours work as usual. Some local cafés close during the day and the evenings are lively after sunset. It can be a beautiful time to see Moroccan family life.

Best time for a Sahara desert tour

For the desert, the best months are March to May and September to November. Winter is also lovely during the day, with very cold nights. In summer, the desert is very hot, but sunset and sunrise in the dunes are still unforgettable. Whatever the month, we adapt the program and the timing to the weather.

Our tips

• Bring layers in every season: Moroccan nights can be cold, especially in the desert and the mountains.
• Book early for Easter, Christmas and New Year.
• If you travel in summer, choose a tour with more time on the coast or in the mountains.
• Tell us your dates and we will suggest the best route for that time of year.