Magical Variety
Between the Atlas Mountains and Atlantic coast, Africa and Europe … fascinating, enchanting and vibrant
A feast for the senses. Royal cities. Colourful markets. The world’s largest desert. Palm-filled oases. Breathtaking beaches. Rugged mountains. UNESCO-protected medinas (old towns). Aromatic spices. Tagine. Couscous. Snake charmers. Faith healers. Cliffs and caves. Camels beneath a beautiful starry sky …
Bedouins, Berbers, a bridge …… between Africa and Europe. Echoes of the Berbers, the Roman Empire, of French and Spanish colonies that tried to take for themselves the magical land by the Atlantic and Mediterranean. Over the millennia, Morocco has been shaped by many different peoples. This is reflected in its culture, art, music, cuisine and architecture.
Simply breathtaking. Explore. Admire. Switch off and soak up contrasting landscapes. Cast your gaze over the Sahara sands. Delve into the Atlantic Ocean – and the Mediterranean. Ascend the endless expanse of the Atlas Mountains. Discover centuries-old forests, oases, idyllic pastures and palm gardens. Explore Morocco. A dream in blue wherever you go …
Morocco climate &
top destinations
It’s hot in the city
Discover Morocco’s hottest sides
The Moroccan climate is Mediterranean to continental. The hot, dry heat poles, especially in summer, can be found in the interior of the country, for example in Marrakesh. The Atlantic coast is Mediterranean: warm summers and mild winters. Continental climate prevails in the Atlas Mountains – here it can certainly snow in winter. The best time to travel to Morocco? Along the coasts from April to November, inland from October to May. Discover Morocco – and be well prepared for all top destinations! From swimming trunks to hiking boots …
The average annual temperature in the coastal city of Aghadir is 21 degrees. The sun shines 340 days a year. There is an exceptionally mild climate for the region throughout the year.
The Agafay Desert has a warm desert climate, with hot summers, mild winters, low rainfall (about 191 mm/year) and strong day-night fluctuations. The best times to travel are spring and autumn.
Boumalne in the Dadès Valley has a steppe climate with hot summers, cool winters and very little rainfall throughout the year. It is sunny and dry, with strong fluctuations: warm to hot during the day, often cool to cold at night. Spring (March–May) and autumn (September–November) are ideal.
The white city Casablanca has a particularly pleasant Mediterranean climate with oceanic influence. This means: mild winters and moderately warm summers without rain.
The Chefchaouen climate is moderate to warm. Rain falls almost exclusively in the winter months. In summer, tourists especially appreciate the slightly cooler temperatures of the mountain area.
The average temperature in Essaouira, depending on the season, is between 18 and 28 °C. The climate is dry. Due to the location on the Atlantic coast, the air is always in motion, sometimes strong wind ensures pleasant cooling. Basically, a year-round travel destination, Essaouira is particularly pleasant from September to May, when the wind is somewhat weakened and the temperatures are moderate.
The average daytime temperature of the royal city of Fes is warm 25 degrees. The sun shines here practically all year round. The summers are very hot and dry, the winters are mild throughout.
The weather in Marrakesh is often referred to as dream weather and compared to Florida, because on average almost 9 hours of sunshine are reached per day. A Mediterranean climate with very hot and dry summers is predominant. In winter, the average temperatures do not fall below 12 degrees.
Merzouga has a desert climate and it practically never rains. In the summer months, temperatures in the Erg Chebbi reach up to 41-42 °C, while in winter they drop to about 3-4 °C. The climate is pleasant from March to May and from September to November – the temperatures during the day are 20 -30 °C with considerable temperature differences between day and night.
The weather is like a desert. In summer it is hot, extremely dry and low in rain. The winters await with temperatures between 10 and 20 degrees, while it cools quite a bit at night. The average temperatures fluctuate between 17 °C (January) and 38 °C (July). The rainiest months are: September, October and November.
Rabat has a Mediterranean climate with dry hot summers. The average August temperature is 23 °C. In July there is an average of over 10 hours of sunshine. The winters are mild – January average 12 °C – and rainy.
The Tangier climate is influenced by the Mediterranean and the Atlantic Ocean and is relatively mild. The summer months are warm and not very humid. Winters can be stormy and rainy.
Rabat
over 35 million
Arabic, Berber languages, French
Over 710,000 km² (including the Moroccan Sahara)
1 Dirham (MAD) = 100 Centimes
1 Euro = ~11 MAD,
1 MAD = ~9 Eurocent
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Standard voltage: 220 Volt
Standard frequency: 50 Hertz
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8 good reasons for a Moroccan holiday. Still unsure about venturing beyond Europe, but like the look of the gateway to Africa? Our travel professional and Morocco insider, Said Boumahdi, has eight good reasons for you to try a trip to Morocco, especially if you’re an individualist who loves nature, being active and exploring different cultures.
Practical travel information
From travelling to Morocco to returning home
- Visa requirement: No visa needed for European countries. All others should check with your local Moroccan consulate
- Travel documents: Passport
- Passport validity: At least six months from date of arrival (recommended)
The people of Morocco speak Moroccan Arabic (Darija) and a number of Berber languages. French is the country’s second language and is spoken by most Moroccans. In many areas, you will be able to get by in English. However, learning a few Arabic words makes a good impression on the friendly locals and helps you gain a deeper insight into their culture.
Yallah – Let’s go!
Good day – Nhark mbrouk
Goodbye – Bslama
Please – Affak
Thank you – Shukran
Yes – Iyyeh
No – La
Making calls from Morocco to Europe can be expensive, particularly from a mobile! Ask your mobile provider about roaming charges before leaving for your trip. To make cheaper calls, you can purchase phone cards from companies such as Maroc Telecom. These are available from all post offices (La Poste) and can be used in public phone booths. Morocco also has many téléboutiques with coin-operated telephones and internet access. You could also visit an internet café or simply use the Wi-Fi in your hotel.
Note: You will need to enable international roaming on your mobile and connect it to the Moroccan network.
Morocco offers an endless kaleidoscope of captivating images! Always remember that it’s respectful to ask before taking a snap of a Moroccan person. Do not take photos of people who are praying, or anyone in uniform. Official buildings (indicated by the Moroccan flag) and strategically important buildings such as military facilities must not be photographed. If in doubt, just ask!
Stamps and postcards can be purchased from any tobacconist.
Most shops are open every day from morning to evening. Opening times are only restricted during Ramadan and in the week after Eid al-Adha, the ‘Festival of Sacrifice’.
Cash machines are the best option, or you can visit a currency exchange to swap your euros for dirham.
The country’s official religion is Islam, and almost 99% of the population is Muslim. Local customs and practices should be respected in all religious places. Accordingly, options in restaurants and bars will be limited. Opening times at tourist attractions may also change.
Note: Only Muslims are permitted to enter mosques.
In keeping with the local culture and religion, overly revealing clothes should be avoided when you’re sightseeing or strolling around town.
In keeping with the local religion, it is recommended that you do not consume alcohol in public. However, many hotels and restaurants do serve alcoholic drinks.
Do not drink water from the tap while visiting Morocco. You will be able to purchase mineral water wherever you go.
Global health insurance is essential for any trip abroad and can save you from high costs and serious problems. We therefore recommend that you take out an appropriate insurance policy before your trip. Travelling Morocco without insurance isn’t worth the risk. It doesn’t have to be expensive and can be completed online!
You don’t have to have any special vaccinations for Morocco, but we recommend vaccinating against Hepatitis A and B, polio, diphtheria and tetanus. Depending on the type of holiday, it may also be worth getting a rabies jab. Make sure to consult your doctor or pharmacist in good time.
Morocco is a safe country with a high police presence – including on the roads, where they perform frequent traffic checks.
