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December is a fair month in Marrakesh

Climate Overview

Marrakesh, Morocco in December has mild conditions, with highs averaging 19.8°C (68°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Temperatures drop noticeably between day and night.

This month falls at the beginning of Winter.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 20°C (68°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the middle of the month, while the last third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 8th, averaging 20.6°C (69°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 4°C cooler with 1 more rainy days.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
20°C / 5°C
Feels Like
17°C / 2°C
Rain
5 days · 29 mm
Sunshine
8.6h / day
Humidity
67% — Humid
Wind
12 km/h
Wind Direction
ENE (74°)
Gusts
24 km/h
Daylight
10.1 h
Cloud Cover
36%
Clear Sky Days
11.3
UV Index
3.8 — Moderate
Dew Point
6°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
Sunshine

Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 08:24
Daylight 10.1h
Sunset 18:30

Compare Months

January
Fair
Temp
19°C / 3°C
Feels Like
17°C / 0°C
Rain
3days (19 mm) Excellent
Sun
9.1h Good
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
4.3 Moderate
February
Good
Temp
21°C / 5°C
Feels Like
19°C / 2°C
Rain
5days (34 mm) Good
Sun
9.6h Good
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
5.4 High
March
Good
Temp
22°C / 7°C
Feels Like
20°C / 5°C
Rain
7days (42 mm) Good
Sun
10.4h Excellent
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
6.7 High
April best
Excellent
Temp
25°C / 10°C
Feels Like
24°C / 9°C
Rain
5days (29 mm) Good
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
59% Moderate
UV
8 Very High
May best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 13°C
Feels Like
29°C / 12°C
Rain
4days (14 mm) Good
Sun
12.3h Excellent
Humidity
53% Moderate
UV
8.4 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 16°C
Feels Like
33°C / 16°C
Rain
2days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.6h Excellent
Humidity
50% Moderate
UV
8.8 Very High
July
Good
Temp
37°C / 19°C
Feels Like
38°C / 19°C
Rain
1days (4 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.8h Excellent
Humidity
43% Moderate
UV
8.9 Very High
August
Good
Temp
37°C / 20°C
Feels Like
38°C / 20°C
Rain
2days (6 mm) Excellent
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
43% Moderate
UV
8.5 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
33°C / 17°C
Feels Like
33°C / 17°C
Rain
2days (8 mm) Excellent
Sun
10.8h Excellent
Humidity
51% Moderate
UV
7.5 Very High
October best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 14°C
Feels Like
28°C / 13°C
Rain
3days (19 mm) Excellent
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
53% Moderate
UV
6 High
November
Good
Temp
23°C / 9°C
Feels Like
21°C / 6°C
Rain
4days (21 mm) Good
Sun
9h Good
Humidity
58% Moderate
UV
4.7 Moderate
December
Fair
Temp
20°C / 5°C
Feels Like
17°C / 2°C
Rain
5days (29 mm) Good
Sun
8.6h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 19°C / 3°C 17°C / 0°C 3days (19 mm) Excellent 9.1h Good 61% Muggy 4.3 Moderate Fair View Details
February 21°C / 5°C 19°C / 2°C 5days (34 mm) Good 9.6h Good 59% Moderate 5.4 High Good View Details
March 22°C / 7°C 20°C / 5°C 7days (42 mm) Good 10.4h Excellent 62% Muggy 6.7 High Good View Details
April best 25°C / 10°C 24°C / 9°C 5days (29 mm) Good 11.3h Excellent 59% Moderate 8 Very High Excellent View Details
May best 29°C / 13°C 29°C / 12°C 4days (14 mm) Good 12.3h Excellent 53% Moderate 8.4 Very High Excellent View Details
June best 33°C / 16°C 33°C / 16°C 2days (4 mm) Excellent 12.6h Excellent 50% Moderate 8.8 Very High Excellent View Details
July 37°C / 19°C 38°C / 19°C 1days (4 mm) Excellent 12.8h Excellent 43% Moderate 8.9 Very High Good View Details
August 37°C / 20°C 38°C / 20°C 2days (6 mm) Excellent 12.1h Excellent 43% Moderate 8.5 Very High Good View Details
September best 33°C / 17°C 33°C / 17°C 2days (8 mm) Excellent 10.8h Excellent 51% Moderate 7.5 Very High Excellent View Details
October best 29°C / 14°C 28°C / 13°C 3days (19 mm) Excellent 10h Excellent 53% Moderate 6 High Excellent View Details
November 23°C / 9°C 21°C / 6°C 4days (21 mm) Good 9h Good 58% Moderate 4.7 Moderate Good View Details
December 20°C / 5°C 17°C / 2°C 5days (29 mm) Good 8.6h Good 67% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Fair View Details

What to Wear

Dress in layers — a mix of long sleeves, light sweaters, and a versatile jacket works best for changeable conditions.

Temperatures drop significantly at night, so pack layers you can add or remove throughout the day.

Packing List

Warm evening layerComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically fair for visiting Marrakesh, with average highs of 20°C (68°F) and around 5 rainy days. Marrakesh, Morocco in December has mild conditions, with highs averaging 19.8°C (68°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. T
Marrakesh typically sees around 5 rainy days in December with 29 mm (1.1 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Marrakesh during December are cold, averaging 5°C (40°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 20°C (68°F) and lows of 5°C (40°F) in December, we recommend: Warm evening layer, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Marrakesh. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Marrakesh during December is 4 (moderate). Sunscreen and sunglasses are recommended during midday hours.
Marrakesh gets approximately 10 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Marrakesh during December based on 10-year climate averages.

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