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Morocco in Winter: December to February Guide

VISIT MAGHREB / Morocco in Winter: December to February Guide

Morocco in Winter: December to February Guide

Morocco in winter — December, January and February — is the quiet season: mild days in the cities, cold nights in the desert, and the best stargazing of the year. This guide explains what winter in Morocco is really like.

The weather in winter

Days in Marrakech and Fes are mild. Nights in the desert camp are cold — near freezing. The Atlas mountains can have snow in winter.

The desert in winter

Winter is a good time for the desert: the days are mild, the light is soft, and the camps are quiet. Pack a warm layer for the night — the tents have beds and blankets, but the cold is real.

The cities in winter

Marrakech, Fes and Casablanca are at their calmest in winter: fewer visitors and the medina without the summer heat. The souks and the gardens are open all year.

The coast in winter

Essaouira and Agadir are mild in winter — the warmest places in Morocco in December and January. The 7-day tour from Agadir is the warmest winter route we offer.

Winter tours

The 3-day desert tour from Marrakech runs all winter, and the 7-day tour from Agadir combines the desert with the coast. The 6-day tour to Essaouira is the winter choice for the coast.

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Questions, answered

Is Morocco cold in winter?

The days are mild in the cities; the desert nights are cold — near freezing in the camp. Pack a warm layer.

Can I visit the desert in December?

Yes. December is a good month for the desert: mild days, clear skies and quiet camps. Pack warm clothes for the night.

What is the warmest place in Morocco in winter?

Agadir and the south coast: the 7-day tour from Agadir is the warmest winter route.

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