The Atlas Mountains in Morocco
This mountain range is the second highest mountains in the world and is certainly one of the most natural and wonderful mountains you could ever visit. One for the bucket list for sure.
October in El Harkat brings high temperatures, with daytime highs of 26°C (79°F) and nights around 13°C (55°F). The excellent weather makes it a solid choice for a visit.
If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, March, April, May, October and November typically offer the best circumstances for El Harkat.
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50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in El Harkat typically drop from around 31°C (88°F) at the start of October to approximately 26°C (79°F) by the end. Nights are pleasant, with lows typically ranging from 14°C (57°F) to 18°C (64°F).
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Browse day-by-day weather records for El Harkat spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
According to our 43 years of weather records for El Harkat, the following extremes were recorded between 1982 and 2025.
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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).
Warm temperatures in October make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity Wind Speed
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The Atlas Mountains in Morocco
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