Marrakech · Morocco
August
Near-identical to July: extreme heat, empty city, extraordinary prices. Avoid unless you're serious about it.
Worth considering
#12 of 12 months
There are better months for Marrakech — see the full ranking below.
See when to go instead →Climate
High
35.8°C
Low
21.2°C
Rain
0mm
Sun
12.3hrs/day
30-year climate normals · Open Meteo ERA5
How August scores in Marrakech
Weather
Low
Value
Outstanding
Crowds
Outstanding
Events
Below average
Atmosphere
Above average
What you gain in August
- ↑Zero rain and maximum sunshine hours — the lowest budget window of the entire year
- ↑Cool-of-evening culture: the city's rooftop bars and night markets genuinely atmospheric after 21:00
- ↑Riad pool days are genuinely decadent at budget prices
What you sacrifice
- ↓Daytime high of 36°C average, with spikes above 40°C common
- ↓Many local residents on holiday — authenticity of daily life significantly reduced
- ↓Aggressive heat management required: every midday requires an indoor retreat
How August compares to October (best month)
| Factor | August | October ★ |
|---|---|---|
| Weather | 2 | 9 |
| Value | 9 | 7 |
| Crowds | 9 | 6 |
August in other destinations
Climate data: 30-year normals (1991–2020) from Open Meteo ERA5 reanalysis. Scores compare months within Marrakech, not across destinations. Methodology →