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Morocco Weather in February

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Morocco in February.

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Marrakech Fez Essaouira Merzouga

Planning a journey to Morocco this February and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Morocco in February

Morocco has a wide variety of climate types. During February, you can expect temperatures that range from cold to warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high. The month of February is in the winter season.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is cold in Imilchil at 9°C (48°F) and warm in Laayoune at 24°C (75°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 13°C (55°F) in Laayoune and -3°C (27°F) in Imilchil.

To explore the conditions in Morocco in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In February, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dakhla with an average of 2.7 mm (0.1 in) to high rainfall in Chefchaouen with 110 mm (4.3 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Marrakech enjoys approximately 209 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Morocco in February

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Morocco

What is the weather like in February for some of the most popular destinations in Morocco?

Temperature range in Morocco (February)

Precipitation variation in Morocco (February)

Marrakech

In February Marrakech generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
221 hours
209 hours
248 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marrakech →

Fez

In February Fez generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
211 hours
203 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
58 mm (2.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
10 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Fez →

Essaouira

In February Essaouira generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
12°C (54°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
203 hours
249 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Essaouira →

Merzouga

In February Merzouga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Merzouga →

Agadir

In February Agadir generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« January
February
March »
January
February
March
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
13°C (55°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly sun hours
231 hours
224 hours
270 hours
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Agadir →

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In our records: Morocco February extremes

Notable February records observed across cities in Morocco in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest February daytime high in Morocco was -3°C (27°F) in Imilchil on February 16, 2016.

Popular cities in February

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Morocco in February.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marrakech 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 41 mm (1.6 in)
Fez 19°C (66°F) 7°C (45°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Essaouira 19°C (66°F) 12°C (54°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Merzouga 21°C (70°F) 8°C (46°F) 8.3 mm (0.3 in)
Tangier 18°C (64°F) 11°C (52°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Chefchaouen 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 110 mm (4.3 in)

Morocco weather in February: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Morocco in February?

In February, Morocco generally has perfect weather conditions. Marrakech sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 6°C (43°F).

What is the average temperature in Morocco in February?

Daytime temperatures in Marrakech peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in February, dropping to about 6°C (43°F) overnight.

Does Morocco get a lot of rain in February?

February is on the drier side in Morocco. Marrakech averages only about 41 mm (1.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is February a Good Time to Visit Morocco?

We consider February to be one of the best times to travel to Morocco. Typically, the climate in Marrakech is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, February, March, April, May, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Marrakech. In contrast, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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