Oriental Weather in March

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

Thinking about venturing to Oriental, Morocco this March and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Oriental in March

Oriental, Morocco is a region in Morocco. March in Oriental generally has pleasant temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect pleasant maximum daytime temperatures of around 20°C (68°F) and nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) in Saïdia.

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

Precipitation

In March, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Nador with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Oujda with 54 mm (2.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Saïdia enjoys about 231 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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

Best Places to Visit in Oriental in March

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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).

Popular Destinations in Oriental

What is the weather like in March for some of the most popular destinations in Oriental, Morocco?

Temperature range in Oriental (March)

Precipitation variation in Oriental (March)

Saïdia

In March Saïdia generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 20°C (68°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
231 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
50 mm (2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
7 days
Weather conditions

Oujda

In March Oujda 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 excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
231 hours
241 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions

Nador

In March Nador generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 21°C (70°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

February
March
April
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
11°C (52°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
6 days
Weather conditions

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Oriental, in Morocco.

In our records: Morocco March extremes

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

  • From our sources, the wettest March day in Morocco brought 319 mm (13 in) in Sidi Kaouki on March 14, 2011.

Popular cities in March

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Oriental in March.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Saïdia 20°C (68°F) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Oujda 20°C (68°F) 7°C (45°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)
Nador 21°C (70°F) 11°C (52°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)

Oriental weather in March: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Oriental, Morocco in March?

In March, Oriental, Morocco generally has excellent weather conditions. Saïdia sees daytime temperatures near 20°C (68°F), with nights cooling to roughly 11°C (52°F).

What is the average temperature in Oriental, Morocco in March?

Daytime temperatures in Saïdia peak at roughly 20°C (68°F) in March, dropping to about 11°C (52°F) overnight.

Does Oriental, Morocco get a lot of rain in March?

March is on the drier side in Oriental, Morocco. Saïdia averages only about 50 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is March a Good Time to Visit Oriental, Morocco?

We consider March to be one of the best times to travel to Oriental, Morocco. Typically, the climate in Saïdia is excellent. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, September, October and November provide excellent weather in Saïdia.

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