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Drâa-Tafilalet Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco in January.

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Merzouga Ouarzazate Er Rachidia Imilchil

Planning a getaway to Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Drâa-Tafilalet in January

Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco is a region in Morocco. The weather in Drâa-Tafilalet in January can be quite varied, with temperatures that range from cold to pleasant and precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. It's the height of winter.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Imilchil at 8°C (46°F) to pleasant in Merzouga at 19°C (66°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Merzouga and -4°C (25°F) in Imilchil. Although January is typically the coldest month, there are still areas in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco where the temperatures are mild, allowing for a comfortable visit any time of the year.

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

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Merzouga with an average of 5.6 mm (0.2 in) to moderate rainfall in Ifrane with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Explore Drâa-Tafilalet by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Drâa-Tafilalet - and find the best time to visit. (based on Merzouga)

January19°C (66°F) February21°C (70°F) March26°C (79°F) April30°C (86°F) May34°C (93°F) June39°C (102°F) This monthJuly43°C (109°F) August42°C (108°F) September37°C (99°F) October30°C (86°F) November24°C (75°F) December20°C (68°F)
Best Time to Visit Drâa-Tafilalet →

Best Places to Visit in Drâa-Tafilalet in January

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

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 Drâa-Tafilalet

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco?

Temperature range in Drâa-Tafilalet (January)

Precipitation variation in Drâa-Tafilalet (January)

Merzouga

In January Merzouga generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
5.6 mm (0.2 in)
8.3 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Merzouga →

Ouarzazate

In January Ouarzazate generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
252 hours
245 hours
Monthly rainfall
10 mm (0.4 in)
9 mm (0.4 in)
16 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
excellent
very good
excellent
Climate in Ouarzazate →

Er Rachidia

In January Er Rachidia generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
3°C (37°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly rainfall
8.2 mm (0.3 in)
10 mm (0.4 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
3 days
3 days
3 days
Weather conditions
very good
very good
excellent
Climate in Er Rachidia →

Imilchil

In January Imilchil generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C (25°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
8°C (46°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
-4°C (25°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
37 mm (1.5 in)
43 mm (1.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Imilchil →

Adrouine

In January Adrouine generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
5.1 mm (0.2 in)
5.8 mm (0.2 in)
8.6 mm (0.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
excellent
excellent
excellent
Climate in Adrouine →

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In our records: Morocco January extremes

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

  • Based on our data, the coldest January night in Morocco dropped to -19°C (-2°F) in Imilchil on January 25, 2017.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Drâa-Tafilalet in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Merzouga 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 5.6 mm (0.2 in)
Ouarzazate 17°C (63°F) 2°C (36°F) 9 mm (0.4 in)
Er Rachidia 16°C (61°F) 3°C (37°F) 10 mm (0.4 in)
Imilchil 8°C (46°F) -4°C (25°F) 43 mm (1.7 in)
Adrouine 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 5.8 mm (0.2 in)
Midelt 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 21 mm (0.8 in)

Drâa-Tafilalet weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco in January?

Expect excellent weather across Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco in January. The popular destination of Merzouga averages 19°C (66°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco in January?

Merzouga averages a daytime maximum of 19°C (66°F) in January, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco. Merzouga averages only about 5.6 mm (0.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco?

We believe that January is one of the best times to visit Drâa-Tafilalet, Morocco with overall excellent weather in Merzouga. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, November and December provide excellent weather in Merzouga. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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