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Marrakech weather in July

In July Marrakech averages 38 °C in the afternoon and 21 °C at night under almost constant sunshine. Along with August it is the hottest month: peaks often pass 42 °C and the local record is close to 50 °C.

Average high38°Records 50°
Average low21°Records 10°
Rain2 mm0.3 rainy days
Sunshine10.6 hh a day · UV index 11
Sunrise / sunset05:38 – 19:39GMT · 15/07
Humidity47 %Average
Sea at Essaouira≈ 21°Essaouira
Score36/100Our score

Temperatures and sunshine

July is a month of dry heat. Afternoons run between 36 and 40 °C, nights stay warm (20-24 °C) and rain is virtually absent. During chergui spells the thermometer can pass 45 °C; the station record of 49.6 °C was set in July. The UV index peaks at 11.

Sightseeing in the heat

The golden rule: do everything before 11 am and after 6 pm. Mornings for Jardin Majorelle and the palaces; the hottest hours for the pool, a siesta, an air-conditioned museum or a hammam; evenings for the souks, Jemaa el-Fna and dinner on a terrace as the city wakes up. The covered souk alleys stay much cooler than exposed sites such as El Badi Palace.

Escaping the heat

Essaouira is the great summer refuge, with 22 °C afternoons and a strong sea breeze. The Ourika Valley and Imlil feel cooler, but watch out for afternoon storms over the Atlas, which can cause flash floods. At Oukaïmeden it is often below 25 °C.

Good to know

July is also when many Moroccans living abroad return home: airports and roads are busy. Throne Day, 30 July, is a public holiday. Hotel rates are often attractive, pool included.

Marrakech vs Europe in July

Average daily high (°C).

Marrakech38°
Madrid33°
Paris26°
London24°

1991-2020 averages (Marrakech-Menara, Météo-France, Met Office, AEMET).

Pros

  • + Guaranteed sun, zero rain
  • + Often low hotel rates
  • + Lively, warm evenings

Cons

  • – Extreme heat (38 °C average, 45 °C possible)
  • – Sightseeing limited to mornings and evenings
  • – Warm nights

What to pack

  • Loose linen clothes
  • Hat, sunglasses, SPF 50+
  • Insulated water bottle
  • Facial mist
  • A scarf against hot wind
36

Our score for JulyFor heat lovers and pool fans. Otherwise choose spring or autumn.

FAQ

Is Marrakech too hot in July?

It is very hot: 38 °C on average in the afternoon and often over 42 °C. It is manageable if you adapt (mornings and evenings) and have a pool.

Where can I go to escape the heat in July?

Essaouira (22 °C), Oukaïmeden in the mountains or the Ourika Valley. Check the storm forecast before heading into the Atlas.

Are July nights hot in Marrakech?

Yes, around 21 °C on average and sometimes above 25 °C. Air conditioning is welcome in a riad.