City in Fez-Meknes, Morocco
Meknes weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Meknes
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jul–Aug is very hot (35–40°C); Dec–Feb is cold, wet and occasionally snowy in the Middle Atlas.
Meknes weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan15°79 mm
- Feb17°69 mm
- Mar20°81 mm
- Apr22°59 mm
- May27°32 mm
- Jun31°7 mm
- Jul35°2 mm
- Aug36°5 mm
- Sep31°22 mm
- Oct26°65 mm
- Nov20°105 mm
- Dec17°81 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C60°F | 5°C40°F | 79 mm | 72% | Cool |
| February | 17°C62°F | 5°C41°F | 69 mm | 71% | Cool |
| March | 20°C68°F | 7°C45°F | 81 mm | 69% | Pleasant |
| April | 22°C72°F | 9°C48°F | 59 mm | 68% | Pleasant |
| May | 27°C80°F | 12°C54°F | 32 mm | 62% | Pleasant |
| June | 31°C89°F | 15°C60°F | 7 mm | 55% | Pleasant |
| July | 35°C96°F | 18°C65°F | 2 mm | 46% | Hot |
| August | 36°C97°F | 19°C67°F | 5 mm | 44% | Very hot |
| September | 31°C88°F | 17°C62°F | 22 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| October | 26°C80°F | 14°C57°F | 65 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C67°F | 9°C48°F | 105 mm | 67% | Pleasant |
| December | 17°C62°F | 6°C43°F | 81 mm | 71% | 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 Meknes?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are mild. Jul–Aug is very hot (35–40°C); Dec–Feb is cold, wet and occasionally snowy in the Middle Atlas.
When is the rainy season in Meknes?
Rain peaks in November with about 105 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Meknes?
August, with average highs of 36°C (97°F).
How cold does Meknes get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 5°C (40°F).
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Sources
- NASA POWER climatology (2001–2020)
- ONCF (Moroccan railways)
- Fès-Saïss Airport (ONDA)
- Maroc Telecom
- Moroccan National Tourist Office
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 0.8°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.