What is the climate in Morocco?
Morocco features three climate types: Mediterranean, oceanic, and continental. Winters are mild, summers are hot to very hot. The best periods to visit are May, June, September, and October.
Morocco's Different Climates
Moroccan territory is characterized by three types of climates: Mediterranean, oceanic and continental. This diversity is explained by the country's varied geography, between Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts, Atlas mountains and desert regions.
Climate by Region
- Atlantic and Mediterranean coasts: mild winter (around 20°C) but rainy, hot summer exceeding 30°C
- Marrakech and south of the country: higher temperatures, stifling summer to avoid
- Desert regions: extreme temperatures in summer
- Atlas Mountains: cooler climate, ideal for hiking in summer
Best Travel Periods
May, June, September and October offer the most pleasant conditions for discovering Morocco. These months combine mild temperatures and low rainfall.
For mountain hiking, favor summer during the dry season, when temperatures are milder at altitude.