Morocco Marrakech Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Marrakech is very-high
December is very-high for Marrakech.
Christmas-New Year peak — Korean + European tourists. Hotels triple.
Travel score
Marrakech December Weather Stats
Avg High
18°C
Avg Low
7°C
Rainy Days
5
30mm total
Sunshine
6h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
3
Moderate
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
0°C
no swimming
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
22 μg/m³
PM10
38 μg/m³
Status
moderate
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
17°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas-New Year peak
- Mild 7-18°C
- Marrakech Film Festival end
Cons
- Hotels triple
- Cold desert evenings
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas-New Year peak
- Marrakech Film Festival end
Marrakech in December — Full Picture
Christmas-New Year peak — Korean + European tourists. Hotels triple.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild + warm jacket evening.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
26.7°C
13°C
4.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
37.7°C
21°C
1/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
27.7°C
14°C
4/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current18.7°C
7°C
5/mo
Marrakech Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18° | 6° | 5d·30mm | 7h | 60% | 3 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 20° | 8° | 5d·30mm | 7h | 60% | 4 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| March (Best) | 23° | 10° | 5d·30mm | 8h | 55% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| April (Best) | 27° | 13° | 5d·30mm | 9h | 50% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 30° | 16° | 3d·15mm | 10h | 45% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| 35° | 19° | 1d·5mm | 11h | 40% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 39° | 22° | 1d·5mm | 12h | 35% | 11 | Moderate | Low season | |
| 39° | 22° | 1d·5mm | 11h | 35% | 10 | Moderate | Low season | |
| September (Best) | 33° | 19° | 3d·15mm | 9h | 45% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| October (Best) | 28° | 14° | 4d·30mm | 8h | 50% | 6 | Very busy | Peak |
| November (Best) | 22° | 9° | 5d·30mm | 7h | 60% | 4 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 18° | 7° | 5d·30mm | 6h | 65% | 3 | Very busy | Peak |
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Marrakech December Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Marrakech?
Marrakech in December is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Marrakech in December?
Marrakech December averages a high of 18°C and a low of 7°C.
Does it rain much in Marrakech in December?
Marrakech December averages 30mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Marrakech in December?
Mild + warm jacket evening.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Marrakech in December?
Marrakech December sunrise is 07:25 and sunset is 17:30, with 10h 5min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Marrakech in December?
Marrakech December air quality (AQI) averages 60, rated Moderate. PM2.5 averages 22μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Marrakech in December?
In December, Marrakech is great for Jemaa el-Fnaa, Souks, Marrakech Film Festival.
Is December peak season in Marrakech?
Marrakech December crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.