Morocco (Marrakech) · March
Best travel monthTravel seasonMorocco · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 20° (68°)13– (55–)26 (79) | 21° (70°)13– (55–)28 (82) | 24° (75°)15– (59–)32 (90) | 27° (81°)17– (63–)35 (95) | 31° (88°)21– (70–)40 (104) | 34° (93°)25– (77–)41 (106) | 39° (102°)32– (90–)45 (113) | 39° (102°)32– (90–)45 (113) | 33° (91°)26– (79–)39 (102) | 30° (86°)21– (70–)37 (99) | 24° (75°)16– (61–)31 (88) | 21° (70°)15– (59–)26 (79) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 7° (45°)2– (36–)11 (52) | 9° (48°)3– (37–)12 (54) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)16 (61) | 13° (55°)9– (48–)18 (64) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)22 (72) | 19° (66°)14– (57–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)28 (82) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)28 (82) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 17° (63°)10– (50–)22 (72) | 12° (54°)6– (43–)16 (61) | 8° (46°)3– (37–)13 (55) |
☀️Sunshine | 9h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 11h | 12h | 12h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 9h | 8h |
🌧Rain Days | 2d28mm (1.1") | 3d25mm (1.0") | 3d31mm (1.2") | 2d20mm (0.8") | 1d11mm (0.4") | 0d1mm (0.1") | 0d3mm (0.1") | 1d6mm (0.2") | 1d17mm (0.7") | 2d17mm (0.7") | 3d32mm (1.2") | 2d16mm (0.6") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
March is among the best months in Morocco (Marrakech): only 3 rain days, 24°C (75°F) highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime highs average 24°C (75°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 17°C (63°F)). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F). With 10 sunshine hours per day, March is one of the sunniest months — 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain over 3 days.
Summer clothing and a light jacket for evenings is enough. Conditions are ideal for excursions, hikes, and sightseeing.
Spring perfection: the roses of the Dadès Valley bloom in April, and the souk labyrinth can be explored without battling the heat. The best time for trips into the Atlas Mountains and to Ait Benhaddou.
Packing list for Morocco (Marrakech) in March
- T-shirts and shorts
- Light jacket for cool evenings
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is March a good time to visit Morocco (Marrakech)?
- Yes — March is one of the best months to visit Morocco (Marrakech) (Climate Score: 73/100). Pleasant temperatures (24°C (75°F)), good sunshine (10 h/day), and few rain days (3) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Morocco (Marrakech) in March?
- In March, Morocco (Marrakech) sees daily highs of 24°C (75°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 17°C (63°F). Peaks reach around 32°C (90°F), the coldest nights around 5°C (41°F).
- How much rain falls in Morocco (Marrakech) in March?
- In March, Morocco (Marrakech) receives an average of 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain over 3 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Morocco (Marrakech) get in March?
- Morocco (Marrakech) averages 10 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
