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Marrakesh-Safi Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco in December.

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Planning a trip to Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco this December? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Marrakesh-Safi in December

Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco is a region in Morocco. December in Marrakesh-Safi generally has temperatures that range from mild to pleasant, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During December, winter is in full swing.

Temperatures

During the day the temperature is mild in Tacheddirt at 13°C (55°F) and pleasant in Safi at 21°C (70°F). As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Safi and 1°C (34°F) in Tacheddirt.

For specific regional insights in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Imlil with an average of 29 mm (1.1 in) to moderate rainfall in Sidi Kaouki with 54 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in December. Marrakech typically receives 221 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Marrakesh-Safi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Marrakesh-Safi — 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 Marrakesh-Safi in December

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

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 Marrakesh-Safi

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco?

Temperature range in Marrakesh-Safi (December)

Precipitation variation in Marrakesh-Safi (December)

Marrakech

In December 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.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
221 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Essaouira

In December Essaouira generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
198 hours
199 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
7 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Imlil

In December Imlil generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
221 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
29 mm (1.1 in)
31 mm (1.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
unpleasant
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Dar Caïd Layadi

In December Dar Caïd Layadi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
20°C (68°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
7°C (45°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
221 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
30 mm (1.2 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
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Douar Caïd Layadi

In December Douar Caïd Layadi generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 19°C (66°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
19°C (66°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
6°C (43°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
221 hours
221 hours
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
32 mm (1.3 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
5 days
6 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Marrakesh-Safi in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marrakech 20°C (68°F) 6°C (43°F) 31 mm (1.2 in)
Essaouira 20°C (68°F) 13°C (55°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Imlil 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 29 mm (1.1 in)
Dar Caïd Layadi 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 30 mm (1.2 in)
Douar Caïd Layadi 19°C (66°F) 6°C (43°F) 32 mm (1.3 in)
Sidi Kaouki 20°C (68°F) 14°C (57°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

Marrakesh-Safi weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco in December?

Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco typically experiences perfect weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Marrakech average around 20°C (68°F), and temperatures drop to about 6°C (43°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco in December?

Marrakech averages a daytime maximum of 20°C (68°F) in December, with overnight lows close to 6°C (43°F).

Does Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco get a lot of rain in December?

December is on the drier side in Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco. Marrakech averages only about 31 mm (1.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is December a Good Time to Visit Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco?

We believe that December is one of the best times to visit Marrakesh-Safi, Morocco with overall perfect weather in Marrakech. 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. On the other hand, the weather in July and August tend to be poor.

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