Marrakesh-Safi weather in January
January is a fair month to visit Marrakesh-Safi: highs of 17°C (62°F) and about 36 mm (1.4 in) of rain on average. Nights average 4°C (39°F) and cloud cover 33% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 3rd wettest month of the year and the coolest. Compared with December, it is cooler and about as wet; February brings highs of 18°C (65°F) and 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Marrakesh, the largest city in Marrakesh-Safi. See below for other places.
Is January a good time to visit Marrakesh-Safi?
fair month Weather score 77/100.
January is a fair month in Marrakesh-Safi. The weather is usually best in Mar–Jun, Sep–Nov.
Does it rain a lot in Marrakesh-Safi in January?
No, it is usually dry: about 36 mm (1.4 in) falls in an average January. It is the 3rd wettest month of the year.
How warm is Marrakesh-Safi in January?
Days average 17°C (62°F) and nights 4°C (39°F).
Marrakesh-Safi weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17°C (62°F) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm | 33% | fair |
| February | 18°C (65°F) | 5°C (40°F) | 31 mm | 37% | fair |
| March | 22°C (71°F) | 7°C (45°F) | 40 mm | 39% | best |
| April | 24°C (75°F) | 9°C (48°F) | 27 mm | 40% | best |
| May | 28°C (83°F) | 12°C (54°F) | 16 mm | 38% | best |
| June | 33°C (91°F) | 16°C (61°F) | 4 mm | 25% | best |
| July | 38°C (100°F) | 20°C (68°F) | 7 mm | 28% | least pleasant |
| August | 37°C (99°F) | 21°C (69°F) | 7 mm | 34% | least pleasant |
| September | 32°C (89°F) | 17°C (62°F) | 14 mm | 33% | best |
| October | 27°C (81°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 23 mm | 39% | best |
| November | 21°C (69°F) | 9°C (47°F) | 54 mm | 37% | best |
| December | 18°C (64°F) | 5°C (42°F) | 32 mm | 34% | fair |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Marrakesh-Safi in January
Weather can differ a lot within Marrakesh-Safi: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | High | Low | Rain | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakesh | 17°C (62°F) | 4°C (39°F) | 36 mm | fair |
| Safi | 17°C (63°F) | 13°C (55°F) | 40 mm | least pleasant |
| El Kelaa des Srarhna | 18°C (64°F) | 6°C (42°F) | 36 mm | fair |
| Ben Guerir | 18°C (64°F) | 6°C (42°F) | 38 mm | fair |
| Essaouira | 18°C (64°F) | 14°C (57°F) | 27 mm | least pleasant |
| Youssoufia | 18°C (65°F) | 6°C (44°F) | 37 mm | least pleasant |
| Ait Ourir | 13°C (56°F) | 1°C (34°F) | 35 mm | least pleasant |
| Laâttaouia | 18°C (64°F) | 6°C (42°F) | 36 mm | fair |
| Chichaoua | 17°C (63°F) | 5°C (41°F) | 39 mm | fair |
| Tamansourt | 18°C (64°F) | 6°C (42°F) | 38 mm | fair |
| Echemmaia Est | 18°C (65°F) | 6°C (44°F) | 37 mm | least pleasant |
| Imi-n-Tanout | 14°C (56°F) | 1°C (34°F) | 38 mm | least pleasant |