Marrakech · Morocco
April
Near-perfect conditions: warm and dry, Jardin Majorelle at its best, before the summer heat arrives.
Best match
#3 of 12 months
April is one of the best times to visit Marrakech.
Climate
High
24.3°C
Low
11.8°C
Rain
27mm
Sun
10.4hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How April scores in Marrakech
Weather
Outstanding
Value
Good
Crowds
Above average
Events
Good
Atmosphere
Outstanding
What you gain in April
- ↑Ideal temperatures (24°C) for medina walking, garden visits, and day trips to the Atlas
- ↑Jardin Majorelle — Yves Saint Laurent's iconic blue garden — at its most vivid
- ↑Low rainfall (27mm): outdoor plans are reliable and uninterrupted
What you sacrifice
- ↓Prices at seasonal high: riads fully booked weeks in advance, particularly on weekends
- ↓Djemaa el-Fna square crowded by afternoon — arrive early or late
- ↓Ramadan (if in April) significantly affects food and entertainment availability
How April compares to October (best month)
| Factor | April | October ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 9 | 9 |
| Value | 6 | 7 |
| Crowds | 5 | 6 |
April in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Marrakech, not across destinations. Methodology →