Best Time to Visit Chefchaouen: Weather, Rain and When to Go
The blue city sits at around 600 metres in the Rif mountains. Its climate is cooler and much wetter than Marrakech's, which can completely change your stay depending on the season.
The best time to visit Chefchaouen is April to June and September to October: temperatures are around 19 to 28 °C, the blue alleys are bright and hikes to the Akchour waterfalls are easy going. Summer is hot, around 32 °C in July-August, and the town is very busy with Moroccan and European visitors. Winter (November to March) is cool, around 14-15 °C by day and close to 5 °C at night, and it is the rainy season: the Rif gets some of the highest rainfall in Morocco, and snow can fall on the peaks. In 2027, Ramadan is expected from about 8 February to 9 March. Chefchaouen is often visited on a day trip from Fes or Tangier: stay at least one night to enjoy the town without the tour groups.
Chefchaouen Weather Month by Month
| Month | Avg. high | Avg. low | Rain | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14 °C | 5 °C | Heavy | Cold and damp |
| February | 15 °C | 5 °C | Heavy | Cool, Ramadan in 2027 |
| March | 17 °C | 7 °C | Moderate | Fair |
| April | 19 °C | 8 °C | Moderate | Very good, green |
| May | 23 °C | 11 °C | Light | Excellent |
| June | 28 °C | 14 °C | Very light | Excellent |
| July | 32 °C | 17 °C | Almost none | Hot, very busy |
| August | 32 °C | 17 °C | Almost none | Hot, very busy |
| September | 28 °C | 15 °C | Light | Excellent |
| October | 23 °C | 12 °C | Moderate | Very good |
| November | 18 °C | 9 °C | Heavy | Rainy |
| December | 15 °C | 6 °C | Heavy | Cold and damp |
Indicative averages; mountain conditions vary a lot.
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What to Do by Season
| Experience | Rating | Reviews | Duration | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Day trip from Fes | 4.6 | 2,233 | Full day | €18 |
| Hidden gems guided tour with mint tea | 4.8 | 163 | 3 h | €21 |
| Akchour waterfalls and God's Bridge | 4.8 | 110 | 6-8 h | €46 |
Ratings, reviews and prices taken from GetYourGuide; they may change.
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- Spring and autumn: alleys, medina, the hike to Akchour. See the Akchour waterfalls.
- Summer: go out early and late, when the light on the blue walls is at its best.
- Winter: a calm, misty atmosphere, but plan for rain.
Further reading: things to do in Chefchaouen, Chefchaouen in 2 days, the day trip from Fes and from Tangier.
FAQ — Best Time to Visit Chefchaouen
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In Short
- April-June and September-October: the best time.
- Hot, busy summers, cool and rainy winters.
- Stay overnight for a calm blue city.
