Weather in Morocco in October

October climate overview

Daytime highs across Morocco in October run from 26.9°C (Agadir) to 27.1°C (Marrakech). In Marrakech about 67% of October days reach 25°C. Nights average 15.4°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Agadir fall to 15°C or below.

Rainfall in October

Expect around 3 rainy days (1 mm or more) in October, with Agadir the driest (3 days) and Marrakech the wettest (4 days). The wettest October at Marrakech between 1991 and 2020 was 1994 with 72 mm; the driest was 2014 with 2 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 19.9°C around Morocco in October. That is bracing: fine for a dip, cool for long swims.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 6.7 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 11.2 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

October against the rest of the year in Morocco

October is the 6th warmest month of the twelve in Morocco. It is 3.1°C cooler than September and 4.4°C cooler in November. The hottest month here is July (34°C) and the coolest January (19°C).

Which part of Morocco in October?

• Most sunshine: Agadir, 6.8 h a day.
• Driest: Agadir, about 3 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Agadir, 20°C.
• Hottest: Marrakech, 27°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Agadir, 27°C.

What to pack for Morocco in October

Based on the averages: summer clothes for the day; a light jumper for evenings (15°C at night); swimwear if you do not mind a bracing 20°C sea.

Similar weather elsewhere in October

Within 1.5°C of Morocco's October daytime average: Mombasa (29°C, sea 26°C), Khao Lak (29°C, sea 29°C), Punta Cana (28°C, sea 29°C), Varadero (28°C, sea 28°C), Singapore (28°C, sea 29°C). See the full ranking for October.

Marrakech: warm afternoons, cooler evenings

Marrakech suits travellers who want daytime warmth but prefer a cooler night. Its October daytime average is 27°C, while nights fall to 13°C, making a jumper or light jacket useful after an afternoon in lighter clothing. Warmth is still a feature of the month: 67% of days exceed 25°C, so do not pack as though summer heat has entirely gone. Plan more active time for the cooler parts of the day if you dislike feeling hot, and leave room for a midday break. With 4 rainy days on average, some flexibility is sensible, though rain need not be the main consideration when choosing your plans.

Agadir: milder nights, but a cooler sea

Agadir is the better fit if mild evenings and time by the sea matter most. Its daytime average matches Marrakech at 27°C, so the useful distinction is after dark: nights average 18°C, making outdoor evenings a more comfortable prospect if you feel the cold. A light layer is still sensible. The catch is the sea temperature of 20°C, which may feel cool even when the air is warm; choose it for swimming only if that sounds comfortable to you. With 3 rainy days on average, rain is a smaller concern than deciding how much of your holiday you want to spend in the water.