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Morocco Weather in October

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

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Planning a trip to Morocco this October? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Morocco in October

Morocco offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In October, one might encounter temperatures that range from mild to very warm, and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to high.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Agoudal at 17°C (63°F) to very warm in Mhamid el Rhozlane at 32°C (90°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 19°C (66°F) in Mhamid el Rhozlane and 6°C (43°F) in Agoudal.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Morocco, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In October, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dakhla with an average of 4.2 mm (0.2 in) to high rainfall in Chefchaouen with 111 mm (4.4 in).

Average sunshine

October brings good sunshine to many areas. Marrakech sees around 245 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

Explore Morocco by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Morocco — and find the best time to visit. (based on Marrakech)

January19°C (66°F) February20°C (68°F) March23°C (73°F) April25°C (77°F) May28°C (82°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly36°C (97°F) August35°C (95°F) September31°C (88°F) October28°C (82°F) November23°C (73°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Morocco in October

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Morocco.

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 October for some of the most popular destinations in Morocco?

Temperature range in Morocco (October)

Precipitation variation in Morocco (October)

Marrakech

In October Marrakech generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
28°C (82°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
14°C (57°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
264 hours
245 hours
214 hours
Monthly rainfall
19 mm (0.7 in)
34 mm (1.3 in)
41 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marrakech →

Fez

In October Fez generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
27°C (81°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
284 hours
247 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Fez →

Essaouira

In October Essaouira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
24°C (75°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
253 hours
236 hours
198 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.5 mm (0.3 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
a single day
4 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Merzouga

In October Merzouga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
37°C (99°F)
30°C (86°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
24°C (75°F)
18°C (64°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
7.6 mm (0.3 in)
8.7 mm (0.3 in)
7.4 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
perfect
perfect
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Agadir

In October Agadir generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« September
October
November »
September
October
November
Max temperature
28°C (82°F)
26°C (79°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
18°C (64°F)
15°C (59°F)
Monthly sun hours
242 hours
246 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
6.4 mm (0.3 in)
28 mm (1.1 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
5 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in October

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marrakech 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Fez 27°C (81°F) 15°C (59°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Essaouira 24°C (75°F) 18°C (64°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Merzouga 30°C (86°F) 18°C (64°F) 8.7 mm (0.3 in)
Tangier 24°C (75°F) 17°C (63°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Chefchaouen 23°C (73°F) 13°C (55°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)

Morocco weather in October: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Morocco in October?

Expect perfect weather across Morocco in October. The popular destination of Marrakech averages 28°C (82°F) by day and 14°C (57°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Morocco in October?

Average temperatures in Morocco during October range from a nighttime low near 14°C (57°F) to a daytime high around 28°C (82°F) in Marrakech.

Does Morocco get a lot of rain in October?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Morocco during October, with Marrakech averaging close to 34 mm (1.3 in).

Is October a Good Time to Visit Morocco?

We believe that October is one of the best times to visit Morocco with overall perfect weather in Marrakech. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in February, March, April, May, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Marrakech. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Morocco.

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