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The best time to go to Morocco for every kind of vacation
15.09.2023 - 17:39 / lonelyplanet.com
Morocco is a fantastic year-round vacation destination, but choosing the best time of year to travel will depend on your interests and holiday needs.
The mild months from October to April see an influx of travelers from the northern hemisphere, flocking to North Africa to escape long winters in Europe or North America. For the rest of the year, Morocco is busy with domestic travelers, especially along the coast in July and August, and international travelers taking advantage of package holiday deals and outdoor activities such as surfing, kiteboarding, golf, music and hiking.
Whether you come for the sun, the surf, the wind sports, the outdoors, local festivals or the rich culture, here's a guide to the best times to travel to Morocco.
Editor's note: On September 8, 2023, a 6.8 magnitude earthquake struck central Morocco, centered on the Atlas Mountains and the area southwest of Marrakesh. Travel to other parts of the country, including Fez, is largely unaffected, but we encourage travelers to check bulletins and monitor reliable local news sources for the latest information.
Domestic and international travelers head back to school and work after the August summer holidays, so September is a great time to visit. The weather is still warm, with long sunny days, balmy waters and quiet beaches. It's also an excellent time to visit cultural sights in coastal cities such as Essaouira, Rabat, Casablanca, Tetouan, and Tangier. Inland, Marrakesh and surrounding regions can still be quite hot in September.
During May and October, you can travel comfortably to Morocco’s portion of the Sahara Desert, avoiding the intense heat of summer and the cold nights of winter. If you come in summer, expect to find most desert camps closed from June to August due to the excessive heat, which soars over 100°F. Conversely, days are shorter during the winter months from December to February and the nights and early mornings can be freezing, particularly when sleeping under canvas.
Springtime is beautiful, with a green blanket of wild rocket on the sand and the birthing of baby camels. Sandstorms occur from January to May, but Saharwians are used to these storms; follow their lead by wearing a Tuareg scarf to protect your face from the sand and sun.
The right time for the Atlas Mountains depends on your fitness levels and how much of a challenge you are up for. The High Atlas region is a year-round hiking destination, but the weather is mildest from April to June and September to November, creating ideal trekking conditions for all fitness levels. If you visit in May, you'll see the M’Goun Valley come alive for the Festival des Roses.
Come prepared for the seasons. If you climb Mount Toubkal from November to June, you
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