Weather in Marrakech in July

How July compares

July is the 1st warmest month of the year in Marrakech and ranks 5th of 134 destinations we compare for July - see where else is hot in July. Within Morocco it is 1st of 2 (Morocco in July). Against London's average high of 21.8°C in July, Marrakech is 14.3°C warmer by day and 5.0°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in July

The typical July day in Marrakech peaks at 36.1°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 41.6°C or more. About 100% of days top 25°C and almost every pass 30°C. Nights average 18.5°C; one night in ten drops to 15.7°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest July day here reached 46.1°C (2017-07-15) and the coldest night 12.0°C (1997-07-02).

Rain in July

Dry (3 rainy days or fewer): about 1 days with 1 mm or more, 4 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest July was 2015 with 11 mm, the driest 2001 with 0 mm. Humidity averages 47%.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 11.7 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 13.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:38 and sets about 20:38 local time in mid-July. Average cloud cover is 15%.

Is July a good time to visit Marrakech?

It is a reasonable choice: hot days - though the heat can be intense at midday. The best months for Marrakech on our scoring are September, May, April; months averaging 25°C or more: May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct.

Expect heat that shapes your day

The average high does not tell the whole story: 96% of July days reach 30°C, and the hottest 10% reach at least 41.6°C. Treat sustained heat as part of the trip rather than something you might encounter. Put outdoor plans early in the day, leave room for an indoor break around midday and keep afternoons flexible. Loose, breathable clothing, drinking water and accommodation with reliable air conditioning are sensible priorities. July is a poor fit if you like walking for hours without thinking about shade or rest stops. It works better if you are comfortable letting the temperature set the pace.

Plenty of sunshine, little need for rain gear

With about 11.7 hours of sunshine across 13.9 hours of daylight, July leaves plenty of time for outdoor plans, but not every bright hour will feel comfortable. Use that long day to spread activities out rather than staying outside continuously. A hat, sunglasses and sunscreen deserve more space in your day bag than bulky waterproofs. There is about 1 rainy day, so rain is unlikely to be the main reason you change plans, though dry does not mean guaranteed rain-free. Evenings offer a more practical window for being outdoors as temperatures fall, but do not expect the daytime heat to disappear as soon as the sun goes down.