Chefchaouen in January: the Blue City to Yourself
January is the coldest and quietest month in Chefchaouen. If you love mountain atmospheres and photos without anyone in them, it is a special time.
Chefchaouen in January means around 14 °C by day and 5 °C at night, with frequent rain: the coldest month of the year in the Rif. The blue medina is almost deserted after the holidays, and guesthouses often offer their lowest prices. Comfort depends mainly on your accommodation: heating, blankets and hot water should be checked before booking. 11 and 14 January (Yennayer) are public holidays in Morocco; Yennayer, the Amazigh New Year, is a living celebration in Berber regions. Allow 3-3.5 hours from Fes (trip from €18) or 2-2.5 hours from Tangier (from €43). Nature outings such as Akchour (from €46) are decided day by day depending on the rain.
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Things to Do in Chefchaouen in January
The most-booked trips and tours, to adapt to the day’s weather:
| Experience | Rating | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chefchaouen from Fes: affordable day trip | 4.6 | 2,233 | €18 |
| Tangier: Chefchaouen day trip with a local guide | 4.8 | 3,717 | €43 |
| Chefchaouen: hidden gems guided tour with mint tea | 4.8 | 163 | €21 |
| Chefchaouen: trip to the Akchour waterfalls and God's Bridge | 4.8 | 110 | €46 |
| Chefchaouen: explore the blue city like a local | 4.8 | 51 | €24 |
Ratings, reviews and prices taken from GetYourGuide; they may change.
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Compare activities on ViatorYou will be redirected to our partner Viator.- Guided medina walk: ideal on grey days, with mint tea in a local home. See Chefchaouen’s hidden gems.
- Crafts: wool weaving, soaps and Rif blankets, perfect for a winter stay.
- Nature: the Akchour waterfalls in dry weather only.
- Combine: see the day trip from Fes and Tangier or Chefchaouen.
Where to Stay in Chefchaouen in January
In January it is better to pay a little more for a heated, well-insulated guesthouse than to save and spend cold nights. Terraces are still superb in good weather. See the best riads in Chefchaouen and where to stay in Chefchaouen.
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See also Chefchaouen in December, Fes in January and when to visit Chefchaouen.
Going a little later? See Chefchaouen in February.
FAQ — Chefchaouen in January
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In Short
- 14 °C by day, the coldest month.
- A deserted medina and low prices.
- A heated room above all.
