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Normal weather for Morocco in January

It's pleasantly warm in January in Morocco with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 8°C.

In January, there is an average of 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Morocco in January

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Temperature Average Temperature
20°C 8°C
Sun High Temp
22°C 9°C
Sun Low Temp
18°C 6°C
Rain Total Precipitation
32 mm 58 mm
Rain Rainy Days
6 days 9 days

Start of January

The month of January starts in Morocco with mild temperatures, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights close to 7°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.

Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.

Mid-January

By mid-January, the average daytime temperature drops to around 20°C, with nights close to 6°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.

Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.

End of January

By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Morocco will be around 20°C, with nights close to 7°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.

As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Is January a good time to visit Morocco?

Want nice weather? Then January is a great time to be in Morocco. You’ll have pleasant temperatures and not too much rain this month.

Temperature records for Morocco in January

With 29°C, Morocco hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in January 2021. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 0°C to a high of 15°C.

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The climate of Morocco is based on weather data from Marrakech. Other locations might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Morocco for a full picture of the climate.

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Daily Temperature in January in Morocco

This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in January in Morocco, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.

Daily Temperature in January in Morocco

Weather experiences in January in Morocco

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Marrakech was lovely at 25°/27° The evenings are iddly cool.... more

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The nights can be surprisingly cool. Although the weather wa... more

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Daily Precipitation in January in Morocco

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Morocco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect around 6 days of rain in Morocco.

Daily Precipitation in January in Morocco

Daily UV Index in January in Morocco

This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Morocco, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Daily UV Index in January in Morocco

Temperature in January in Morocco Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in January in Morocco, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.

Temperature in January in Morocco Over the Years

Total Precipitation in January in Morocco Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Morocco, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.

Precipitation in January in Morocco Over the Years

Daily climate in January for Morocco

Click on a specific day in January for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Morocco. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Weather experiences in January in Morocco

The weather in January in Morocco is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to Morocco? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.

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Marrakech was lovely at 25°/27° The evenings are iddly cool. So get a coat or change clothes in your accommodation. Had 1 cloudy day. The rest mainly enjoyed the sun!— This text is automatically translated to English

Weather experience:Good StarStarStarStar

The nights can be surprisingly cool. Although the weather was not exactly beach weather, it was mostly sunny and dry - perfect for sightseeing.— This text is automatically translated to English

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Average Weather in Morocco by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Morocco. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.


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