The jewel of Morocco, Marrakech is a city that’s earned many titles in its millennia-old lifetime. “Red City,” “Daughter of the Desert,” and Imperial City are just a few of the monikers that speak to the city’s poetic and historical legacy. If you’re unsure about the best time to visit Marrakech, this month-by-month guide will show you which season is the best for strolling through the artistically imagined Majorelle Garden or exploring native flora at Ourika Valley. Read on and find the best months to explore its iconic markets, architecture, desert landscape, and more.
Choosing the best time to go to Marrakech
Given the unwieldy high temperatures in the summer months and some (albeit minimal) showers in the winter season, spring (March to May) and fall (September to November) are the best times to visit the public market and historical sights of Marrakech.
Best time for outdoor lovers
Dry, warm conditions are ideal for properly enjoying the area’s natural beauty. March to June or September to October are ideal times for outdoor lovers to visit.
Best time for people on a budget
The same reasons that make spring and fall the best time to visit Marrakech are why November through March often yield the cheapest flights. If you’re okay with high rainfall each month, a trip in these months might be easier on your wallet.
Best time for sightseeing
If you’re optimizing your trip for sights and events, fall is your best chance to catch moderate temperatures with almost no rainfall, myriad festival options, and gardens in full bloom.
Marrakech throughout the seasons
Spring in Marrakech
March to May
Spring in Marrakech is nice and balmy starting in March, with average temperatures ranging from 50 to 70 F (10 to 26 C). A stop at the Festival of Roses will immerse you in blooming rose valleys.
Summer in Marrakech
June to September
High heat makes summer in Marrakech challenging for most tourists, but most keep occupied with long nights spent dancing at the Popular Arts Festival or via jaunts to the Atlas mountains.
Fall in Marrakech
September to November
As the city transitions out of its scorching hot summer and into milder temperatures, fall in Marrakech offers packed itineraries spent touring across the Agafay desert or celebrating at fall festivals like the Marrakech Short Film Festival or Lost Nomads Festival.
Winter in Marrakech
November to February
Winter in Marrakech offers plenty of chances to leave your house, including the regional New Year’s celebration, Yennayer, and the Marrakech Marathon. Also, Ramadan will move into the winter months starting in 2025.