In 2027 Ramadan is expected to start around 8 February and end around 9 March, with Eid al-Fitr expected around 10 March. The exact dates depend on the sighting of the crescent moon and are confirmed the evening before. Expect mild days (21-24 °C) and cool evenings (8-10 °C).
Expected dates
- Start of Ramadan: around Monday 8 February 2027 (estimate)
- End of Ramadan: around 9 March 2027
- Eid al-Fitr: around 10-11 March 2027 (public holidays)
Since 20 September 2026 Morocco stays on GMT during Ramadan: there is no longer a clock change.
Weather during Ramadan 2027
February and early March bring mild, sunny days, occasional showers and cool nights: see Marrakech in February and in March. The fast is broken (iftar) at sunset, around 6:15 pm in mid-February and around 6:35 pm in early March in Marrakech.
What changes day to day
- Sights, museums and most restaurants for visitors stay open; some small cafés and snack bars close during the day.
- The afternoon pace slows; the souks liven up late in the day.
- At sunset the streets empty briefly for iftar, then the city stays lively until late at night.
- Some shop and office hours change.
Travelling respectfully
Non-Muslim visitors are not expected to fast. It is appreciated, however, to avoid eating, drinking or smoking conspicuously in the street during the day. Accepting an invitation to share iftar (harira soup, dates, chebakia pastries) is a wonderful experience.