City in Fez-Meknes, Morocco
Fes weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Fes
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild and dry. Jul–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb is cold and wet. Cultural festivals in May–June draw crowds.
Fes weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°95 mm
- Feb18°86 mm
- Mar21°94 mm
- Apr24°72 mm
- May28°38 mm
- Jun34°9 mm
- Jul38°3 mm
- Aug38°9 mm
- Sep33°24 mm
- Oct28°74 mm
- Nov21°116 mm
- Dec18°94 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C62°F | 6°C42°F | 95 mm | 71% | Cool |
| February | 18°C64°F | 6°C43°F | 86 mm | 70% | Cool |
| March | 21°C70°F | 8°C47°F | 94 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| April | 24°C75°F | 11°C51°F | 72 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| May | 28°C82°F | 14°C57°F | 38 mm | 61% | Pleasant |
| June | 34°C92°F | 18°C64°F | 9 mm | 51% | Hot |
| July | 38°C101°F | 21°C70°F | 3 mm | 39% | Very hot |
| August | 38°C101°F | 22°C72°F | 9 mm | 37% | Very hot |
| September | 33°C91°F | 19°C66°F | 24 mm | 47% | Hot |
| October | 28°C82°F | 15°C60°F | 74 mm | 54% | Pleasant |
| November | 21°C69°F | 10°C50°F | 116 mm | 65% | Pleasant |
| December | 18°C64°F | 7°C45°F | 94 mm | 70% | 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 Fes?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild and dry. Jul–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb is cold and wet. Cultural festivals in May–June draw crowds.
When is the rainy season in Fes?
Rain peaks in November with about 116 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Fes?
August, with average highs of 38°C (101°F).
How cold does Fes get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 6°C (42°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 1.1°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.