Marrakech in Winter: Weather, Things to Do and Where to Stay
Winter is an excellent season for Marrakech: gentle sunshine, ideal temperatures for walking the medina and the snowy peaks of the Atlas on the horizon. You just need to plan for cool evenings. Here is how to enjoy Marrakech from December to February.
Marrakech in winter (December to February) offers mild, sunny days around 18 to 21 °C, ideal for exploring the medina on foot without the summer heat, but cool nights, often between 4 and 8 °C. The High Atlas peaks are snow-capped and visible from the city on clear days. The best activities of the season: the medina and the Majorelle Garden in daylight, a hammam to warm up, a cooking class, an evening in the Agafay desert well wrapped up, a trip to the Ourika Valley with views of the snowy summits, and even skiing at Oukaimeden in some winters. Choose a heated riad: it is the detail that makes all the difference in the evening. Outside the Christmas and New Year holidays, winter is also one of the most affordable times for riads.
Winter Weather in Marrakech
| Month | Day | Night | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| December | 18-21 °C | 2-8 °C | High demand between Christmas and New Year |
| January | 18-20 °C | 4-7 °C | Coolest month, low prices outside the holidays |
| February | 19-21 °C | 5-8 °C | Almond blossom in the south |
Indicative values; they vary from year to year. See Morocco in December, in January and in February.
Things to Do in Marrakech in Winter
| Activity | Rating | Reviews | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agafay: sunset camel ride and dinner show | 4.6 | 37,612 | €14 |
| Ourika Valley, Atlas and waterfalls | 4.8 | 21,014 | €14 |
| Majorelle Garden entry ticket | 4.5 | 11,610 | €23 |
| Hot-air balloon flight with breakfast | 4.8 | 10,196 | €61 |
| Traditional hammam, massage and transfer | 4.7 | 210 | €46 |
Ratings, reviews and prices taken from GetYourGuide; they may change.
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- The medina by day: the temperatures make walking a pleasure. See Marrakech monuments.
- The hammam: the ideal activity at the end of a cool day. See the hammam in Morocco.
- A cooking class: perfect for a grey day. See cooking classes in Marrakech.
- The Agafay desert: beautiful at sunset, but bring a warm jacket for dinner.
- Hot-air balloon: the air is cold at dawn; operators often provide blankets.
- Snow: skiing at Oukaimeden in some winters, 1.5 hours away. See skiing in Morocco.
Where to Stay in Winter
Evening comfort makes all the difference: check that the riad is heated (reversible air conditioning, fireplace or heaters). Riad pools are usually unheated; if swimming matters, look for a hotel with a heated pool. See the best riads in Marrakech.
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Winter Highlights
- Christmas and New Year: the busiest period of the winter. See Christmas in Morocco and New Year in Marrakech.
- Marrakech International Marathon: 31 January 2027. See the event page.
To pick your dates, see the best time to visit Marrakech: month-by-month weather and major events.
Torn for a weekend break? See Marrakech or Lisbon: winter weather, budget and atmosphere.
Going in December? See Marrakech in December: weather, festive season and bookings.
Going in January? See Marrakech in January: weather, marathon and post-holiday deals.
Going in February? See Marrakech in February: weather, Ramadan 2027 and half-term.
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In Short
- Mild days, cool nights: heated riad and a jacket.
- Hammam, cooking, Majorelle, Agafay: the ideal plan.
- Snowy Atlas and skiing possible in some winters.
