Morocco in April: Weather, Where to Go and What to Do (2026)
April is one of the best months to visit Morocco. Spring turns the valleys green, temperatures are mild everywhere, and the desert is still pleasant before the summer heat. It's peak tourist season: superb for cities, the Atlas, the coast and the Sahara — provided you book ahead.
In April, Morocco enjoys an ideal spring: 22-28 °C in Marrakech, 20-24 °C on the coast (Essaouira, Agadir), 25-30 °C in the desert (Merzouga) by day but cool nights. It's an excellent month to combine imperial cities, Atlas hiking, desert and beaches. High footfall (spring holidays): book riads and tours early.
Weather in Morocco in April, region by region
| Region | Day | Night | In short |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakech / interior | 22-28 °C | 11-14 °C | Ideal for sightseeing |
| Coast (Essaouira, Agadir) | 20-24 °C | 13-16 °C | Mild, sometimes windy |
| Desert (Merzouga, Zagora) | 25-30 °C | 10-14 °C | Pleasant by day, cool at night |
| Atlas (altitude) | 12-18 °C | 2-8 °C | Peaks still snowy |
| Fes / north | 20-25 °C | 9-13 °C | Pleasant spring |
April is dry and sunny in most regions, with a few possible showers in the north and the mountains.
Where to go in Morocco in April?
Marrakech and the imperial cities
Perfect temperatures to wander the medinas of Marrakech, Fes and Meknes without suffering the heat. Gardens in bloom (Majorelle, Menara).
The desert (Merzouga, Zagora)
April is one of the last good months for the Sahara before summer: warm but bearable days, starry nights at camp. Book your night in a desert camp.
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The Atlas and the valleys
Spring is hiking season: the Ourika Valley, the Valley of the Roses (rose harvest in late April/May), green Berber villages.
The Atlantic coast
Essaouira, Agadir and Taghazout offer mild weather; ideal for surfing and walks, though the water stays cool for swimming.
Crowds and prices in April
What to pack in April?
- Light clothing for the day (t-shirts, light trousers)
- Warm layers for evenings and the desert (sweater, jacket)
- A windbreaker for the coast and the Atlas
- Good walking shoes
- Sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat
See the full guide: what to pack for Morocco.
Events and highlights in April
- Rose harvest in the Dadès Valley (late April → May, Rose Festival in Kelaât M'Gouna in May)
- Marathon des Sables (often late March/April, the legendary Sahara race)
- Nature in bloom and lush oases in the south
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FAQ — Morocco in April
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In summary
April is a near-perfect month for Morocco: mild spring, lush nature, a still-accessible desert and the chance to combine it all. The only downside is high-season crowds and prices — book ahead.
My 3 key tips:
- Book early: April is in high demand.
- Take advantage to do the desert before summer.
- Bring warm layers for the cool nights.
