Fes in December: the Medina Without the Heat or the Crowds
Morocco’s largest medina is best explored when it is cool: in December you can walk the lanes for hours without suffering from the heat. You just need to choose the right riad.
Fes in December means around 17 °C by day and 6 °C at night, with more frequent rain than in autumn. Dry days are perfect for the medina, the Chouara tannery and the madrasas without the summer heat. The key point: old riads are often cold at night, so choose a room with heating or a fireplace. The Middle Atlas and Ifrane are often snowy in winter, an exotic day trip (from €17). The Christmas holidays push demand up, but Fes stays far less overrun than Marrakech over the festive season. The top day trips: Chefchaouen (from €17, about 3-3.5 hours by road) and Volubilis-Meknes (from €14).
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Things to Do in Fes in December
The most-booked trips and tours from Fes, all doable in winter:
| Experience | Rating | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fes: Chefchaouen day trip (shared group) | 4.6 | 3,336 | €17 |
| Fes: Volubilis, Moulay Idriss and Meknes (full day) | 4.7 | 2,992 | €14 |
| Fes: medina walking tour with a local guide (3h) | 4.7 | 1,538 | €9 |
| Fes: Middle Atlas and Ifrane National Park (day trip) | 4.6 | 987 | €17 |
Ratings, reviews and prices taken from GetYourGuide; they may change.
See things to do in Fes in December· GetYourGuideFree cancellation up to 24h before on most activities · the best time slots sell out first in high seasonReserve now, pay later on many activities
Compare activities on ViatorYou will be redirected to our partner Viator.- Guided medina walk: the Fes el-Bali maze is best discovered with a local guide, especially on grey days. See the Fes medina and tannery.
- Cooking class: the perfect rainy-day activity. See cooking classes in Fes.
- Snow in Ifrane: see Ifrane and Azrou.
- Full plan: see things to do in Fes, day trips from Fes and Fes in 2 days.
Where to Stay in Fes in December
A riad in the medina remains the most memorable experience, as long as you check the heating and hot water. Hotels in the new town are easier to reach by car and often better heated. See where to stay in Fes and the best riads in Fes.
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Book your arrival transferYou will be redirected to our partner GetTransfer.See also Fes in January, when to visit Fes and the desert from Fes.
FAQ — Fes in December
What is the weather like in Fes in December?
Is December a good month to visit Fes?
Does it snow in Fes in December?
Can you visit Chefchaouen from Fes in winter?
Should I book my riad early for the holidays?
In Short
- 17 °C by day, a crowd-free medina.
- Heated riad is a must.
- Snowy Ifrane, Chefchaouen and Volubilis as day trips.
