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Essaouira in February sees pleasant temperatures, with highs around 19°C (66°F) and overnight lows of 12°C (54°F). Around 45 mm (1.8 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.
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43-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Essaouira typically stay consistent throughout February, with daily highs averaging around 19°C (66°F). Nights are cool, with lows around 12°C (54°F).
43-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 Essaouira spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on weather observations in Essaouira between 1995 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes during February.
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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).
For Essaouira in February, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
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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.
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