Morocco in September: Weather, Where to Go and What to Do (2026)
September is an excellent late summer in Morocco: the summer heat starts to ease, the Atlantic sea is at its warmest of the year, and the desert gradually becomes accessible again toward month-end. A versatile month, ideal for combining beach, cities and the first Sahara tours.
In September, Morocco stays warm but milder: 30-34 °C in Marrakech (cooling), 24-26 °C on the coast with a sea at 20-22 °C (the warmest of the year in Agadir), and a desert still hot by day but milder late in the month. Ideal for the beach, cities (morning/evening) and the gradual return of the Sahara. Moderate footfall.
Weather in Morocco in September, region by region
| Region | Day | Night | In short |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakech / interior | 30-34 °C | 17-20 °C | Hot, cooling |
| Coast (Agadir, Essaouira) | 24-26 °C | 18-20 °C | Ideal, warm sea |
| Desert (Merzouga, Zagora) | 34-39 °C | 18-23 °C | Hot by day, milder late month |
| Atlas (altitude) | 18-24 °C | 8-12 °C | Pleasant, hiking |
| Fes / north | 28-32 °C | 15-18 °C | Hot, sunny |
September is hot and sunny, with a gradual improvement toward the end of the month.
Where to go in Morocco in September?
The Atlantic coast
The best time for the beach: the water is at its warmest (20-22 °C) in Agadir, Essaouira and Taghazout. Swimming, surfing and lounging in ideal conditions.
Marrakech and the cities
Still hot but milder: enjoy the medinas in the morning and evening, riads with pools and terraces at night.
Riads and hotels in Marrakech· Booking.com
The desert (Merzouga, Zagora)
Still hot early in the month, it becomes pleasant again toward late September: warm but bearable days, mild nights. October will be ideal.
Desert tours from Marrakech· GetYourGuide
The Atlas and hiking
Pleasant conditions for hiking: mild temperatures at altitude, nature still green in the valleys.
Crowds and prices in September
What to pack in September?
- Light clothing for the day
- A swimsuit (the best month for swimming)
- A light layer for evenings and the desert
- Strong sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses
- Good shoes for the medinas and the Atlas
See: what to pack for Morocco.
Events and highlights in September
- Peak beach season: the warmest sea of the year
- Desert tours resuming late in the month
- Back-to-season festivals (music, culture) in several cities
Morocco eSIM to stay connected· Airalo eSIM
FAQ — Morocco in September
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In summary
September is an ideal late summer: the sea at its warmest for the beach, easing heat, the desert becoming accessible again and gentler prices. A versatile, affordable month for combining the coast, cities and the first Sahara tours.
My 3 key tips:
- Enjoy the warmest sea of the year in Agadir.
- Visit the cities in the morning and evening (still hot at midday).
- For the desert, favor late in the month or wait for October.
