Average Monthly Sunshine in Marrakesh

The graphs on this page shows the average number of hours per month and per day that Marrakesh receives direct sunlight. The numbers are calculated over a 30-year period to provide a reliable average.

Monthly hours of sunshine

While the amount of sunshine in Marrakesh changes moderately throughout the year, the annual total remains impressive at around 3125 hours. Expect slightly brighter days in July and a subtle dip in February.

Daily hours of sunshine

The difference in daily sunshine hours between July (11.2 hours per day) and February (7.0 hours per day) offers moderate variety for visitors and residents.

Marrakesh’s total hours of sunshine compared to other major cities

Marrakesh enjoys an average of 3125 hours of sunshine annually. Let’s compare this with some popular tourist destinations:

In Barcelona, Spain, there are 2530 hours of sunshine annually and is a city that can be visited year-round.

In contrast, Brussels, UK, receives only about 1590 hours of sunshine per year, known for its frequently overcast and rainy skies.

Vancouver, Canada, receives approximately 1940 hours of sunshine annually.

In Tokyo, Japan, the average annual sunshine is 1930 hours, with sunny periods between rainy seasons.

Other climate information

March, Marrakesh’s wettest month, receives 3 mm of rainfall and has a maximum daytime temperature of 23°C. During the driest month July you can expect a temperature of 36°C.

For more detailed insights into the city’s temperatures, check out our Temperature page. To explore more about precipitation patterns, visit our Marrakesh Precipitation page.