City in Draa-Tafilalet, Morocco
Ouarzazate weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Ouarzazate
Mar–May and Oct–Nov are warm and clear. Jun–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb has cold nights and snow on passes. Film shoots can fill hotels.
Ouarzazate weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan16°17 mm
- Feb18°19 mm
- Mar22°30 mm
- Apr26°17 mm
- May30°14 mm
- Jun36°6 mm
- Jul39°7 mm
- Aug38°11 mm
- Sep32°21 mm
- Oct27°20 mm
- Nov20°30 mm
- Dec17°18 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C62°F | 3°C37°F | 17 mm | 50% | Cool |
| February | 18°C64°F | 4°C39°F | 19 mm | 48% | Pleasant |
| March | 22°C71°F | 7°C44°F | 30 mm | 45% | Pleasant |
| April | 26°C79°F | 10°C50°F | 17 mm | 41% | Pleasant |
| May | 30°C86°F | 14°C57°F | 14 mm | 36% | Pleasant |
| June | 36°C96°F | 18°C65°F | 6 mm | 29% | Hot |
| July | 39°C102°F | 23°C73°F | 7 mm | 21% | Very hot |
| August | 38°C100°F | 22°C72°F | 11 mm | 26% | Very hot |
| September | 32°C90°F | 18°C64°F | 21 mm | 35% | Pleasant |
| October | 27°C80°F | 13°C56°F | 20 mm | 44% | Pleasant |
| November | 20°C68°F | 7°C45°F | 30 mm | 51% | Pleasant |
| December | 17°C62°F | 4°C39°F | 18 mm | 55% | 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 Ouarzazate?
Mar–May, Oct–Nov. Mar–May and Oct–Nov are warm and clear. Jun–Aug is very hot; Dec–Feb has cold nights and snow on passes. Film shoots can fill hotels.
When is the rainy season in Ouarzazate?
Rain peaks in March with about 30 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Ouarzazate?
July, with average highs of 39°C (102°F).
How cold does Ouarzazate get?
The coolest nights are in January, averaging 3°C (37°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 2.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.