Agadir in Winter: Sunshine, Weather and Things to Do
Agadir is Morocco's winter-sun destination par excellence: the mildest city in the country from December to February, with a long beach, seafront hotels and the waves of Taghazout minutes away. Here is what to expect.
Agadir in winter (December to February) is Morocco's mildest and sunniest city: about 20 to 22 °C by day in December and 20 to 21 °C in January, with nights around 8 to 13 °C, much less cold than Marrakech. The Atlantic stays cool for swimming (around 17 to 18 °C), but you can fully enjoy the beach, terraces and hotel pools, often heated in the larger properties. Winter is also high surf season in Taghazout, about 20 minutes away, with beginner lessons from around €30-40. Day trips include quad biking in the dunes, Paradise Valley, the Crocoparc and a day in Essaouira. Agadir has direct flights from many European cities, and the Christmas and February half-term holidays concentrate demand: book seafront hotels early.
Agadir Winter Weather
| Month | Day | Night | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| December | 20-22 °C | 11-13 °C | High demand at Christmas |
| January | 20-21 °C | 8-11 °C | Quietest month |
| February | 20-22 °C | 9-12 °C | European half-term holidays |
Indicative values; they vary from year to year. See Morocco in winter and Morocco or the Canary Islands.
Things to Do in Agadir in Winter
| Activity | Rating | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Desert and beach quad safari | 4.8 | 2,985 | €19 |
| Quad and sandboarding | 4.8 | 1,717 | €18 |
| Crocoparc skip-the-line ticket | 4.8 | 1,487 | €10 |
| Paradise Valley half-day trip | 4.6 | 459 | €19 |
| Beginner surf lesson in Taghazout with lunch | 4.8 | 363 | €41 |
Ratings, reviews and prices taken from GetYourGuide; they may change. During the Christmas and February holidays, slots go first.
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- The beach and promenade: several kilometres of flat seafront, ideal in the winter sun.
- Surfing in Taghazout: winter brings the most consistent waves. See surfing in Taghazout.
- The Kasbah and cable car: views over the bay. See the Agadir kasbah.
- Paradise Valley: natural pools, cooler in winter. See Paradise Valley.
- A day in Essaouira: a UNESCO-listed medina. See the Essaouira day trip from Agadir.
Where to Stay
Seafront hotels, the best with heated pools, are the most sought-after in winter, especially by families and older travellers. See the best beachfront hotels in Agadir and where to stay in Agadir.
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Book your arrival transferYou will be redirected to our partner GetTransfer.To pick your dates, see the best time to visit Agadir: weather and sea temperature month by month.
Want to end the year by the sea in the sun? See New Year in Agadir: weather, celebrations and hotels.
Going in December? See Agadir in December: weather, swimming and the festive season in the sun.
Going in January? See Agadir in January: weather, Yennayer and gentle post-holiday prices.
Going in February? See Agadir in February: weather, half-term and Ramadan 2027.
FAQ — Agadir in Winter
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In Short
- 20-22 °C in winter, Morocco's mildest city.
- Beach, surfing, quad biking and Paradise Valley.
- See also things to do in Agadir and Marrakech or Agadir.
