Mountain town in Tanger-Tetouan-Al Hoceima, Morocco
Chefchaouen weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Chefchaouen
Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild. Jul–Aug is warm and crowded; Nov–Mar is cool and wet, with fog and snow in the hills.
Chefchaouen weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan14°101 mm
- Feb15°98 mm
- Mar17°121 mm
- Apr20°90 mm
- May24°46 mm
- Jun30°9 mm
- Jul36°2 mm
- Aug36°6 mm
- Sep30°32 mm
- Oct25°105 mm
- Nov18°141 mm
- Dec14°118 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14°C56°F | 4°C40°F | 101 mm | 82% | Cool |
| February | 15°C58°F | 5°C40°F | 98 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 17°C63°F | 7°C44°F | 121 mm | 77% | Cool |
| April | 20°C68°F | 9°C47°F | 90 mm | 74% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C76°F | 12°C53°F | 46 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C87°F | 15°C60°F | 9 mm | 57% | Pleasant |
| July | 36°C97°F | 19°C66°F | 2 mm | 43% | Very hot |
| August | 36°C97°F | 20°C67°F | 6 mm | 43% | Very hot |
| September | 30°C86°F | 16°C61°F | 32 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| October | 25°C76°F | 13°C55°F | 105 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| November | 18°C64°F | 8°C46°F | 141 mm | 78% | Cool |
| December | 14°C58°F | 5°C42°F | 118 mm | 83% | Cool |
Best months across Morocco
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (40°C) |
| Fes | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (38°C) |
| Chefchaouen | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (36°C) |
| Casablanca | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Essaouira | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (25°C) |
| Tangier | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Agadir | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (39°C) |
| Taghazout | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (26°C) |
| Merzouga | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (42°C) |
| Rabat | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (29°C) |
| Ouarzazate | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Jul (39°C) |
| Imlil | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Meknes | Mar–May, Oct–Nov | Aug (36°C) |
| Asilah | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Chefchaouen?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Apr–Jun and Sep–Oct are mild. Jul–Aug is warm and crowded; Nov–Mar is cool and wet, with fog and snow in the hills.
When is the rainy season in Chefchaouen?
Rain peaks in November with about 141 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Chefchaouen?
August, with average highs of 36°C (97°F).
How cold does Chefchaouen get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 4°C (40°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.