Weather in Morocco in March

March climate overview

Daytime highs across Morocco in March run from 22.3°C (Marrakech) to 23.5°C (Agadir). Even in Agadir only 35% of days reach 25°C. Nights average 10.1°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Marrakech fall to 4°C or below.

Rainfall in March

Expect around 5 rainy days (1 mm or more) in March, with Agadir the driest (4 days) and Marrakech the wettest (6 days). The wettest March at Agadir between 1991 and 2020 was 1996 with 169 mm; the driest was 2000 with 0 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 16.8°C around Morocco in March. That is cold for swimming without a wetsuit.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 7.4 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 11.8 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

March against the rest of the year in Morocco

March is the 8th warmest month of the twelve in Morocco. It is 2.5°C warmer than February and 1.4°C warmer in April. The hottest month here is July (34°C) and the coolest January (19°C).

Which part of Morocco in March?

• Most sunshine: Agadir, 7.9 h a day.
• Driest: Agadir, about 4 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Agadir, 17°C.
• Hottest: Agadir, 24°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Marrakech, 22°C.

What to pack for Morocco in March

Based on the averages: light layers - warm in the sun, cooler in the shade; a warm layer for evenings, when it drops to around 10°C; a light waterproof for the odd shower.

Similar weather elsewhere in March

Within 1.5°C of Morocco's March daytime average: Bahamas (24°C, sea 24°C), Hawaii (24°C, sea 24°C), Hurghada (24°C, sea 22°C), Sydney (24°C, sea 23°C), Hong Kong (22°C, sea 20°C). See the full ranking for March.

Agadir for warmer evenings and time by the coast

Agadir is the warmer choice, with daytime temperatures averaging 24°C and nights around 13°C. That makes it a better fit for spending time outdoors into the evening, though a light jacket still makes sense. There is some scope for hotter weather: 35% of days exceed 25°C, so keep your plans flexible if you dislike midday heat. With 4 rainy days, rain is less frequent than in Marrakech, but it should not be ruled out. The catch is the sea. At 17°C, it is cool rather than comfortably warm, so choose Agadir for coastal warmth on land rather than assuming long swims will be appealing.

Marrakech for mild days, with layers after sunset

Marrakech averages 22°C during the day, which suits travellers who want to spend time outside without planning around consistently hot afternoons. The bigger consideration is the evening chill: nights average 7°C, so bring a proper warm layer rather than relying on daytime clothes. Rain is also more of a consideration here, with 6 rainy days compared with Agadir's 4. Leave room to rearrange outdoor plans instead of expecting every day to stay dry. If warm evenings are central to your holiday, Agadir is the better match. If mild daytime weather matters more and you do not mind wrapping up later, Marrakech remains a good March option.