The weather in Morocco in November is mild and bright, with around 23 °C (73 °F) in the afternoon and 11 °C (52 °F) at night in Marrakech, 24 °C (75 °F) in Agadir and 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain in Marrakech. Verdict: ✅ an excellent month for Marrakech, the desert and the Atlantic coast; the rains do return to Fez and the north, and snow can reach the Atlas.
After the early-month holidays, crowds drop and prices ease again. To compare with the rest of the year, see our page on the best time to visit Morocco.
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Morocco in November: key facts
- Verdict: ✅ mild and sunny, ideal for the desert
- Marrakech: 23.1 °C (74 °F) in the afternoon, 10.7 °C (51 °F) at night, 30 mm (1.2 in) of rain
- Agadir: 24.1 °C (75 °F), the warmest of the main cities
- Desert: 21 °C (70 °F) in the afternoon, 7 to 8 °C (45 to 46 °F) at night (Ouarzazate, Errachidia)
- North: rains return to Fez and Chefchaouen
Weather in Morocco in November: city by city
| City | Max | Min | Our view |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | 23.1 °C (74 °F) | 10.7 °C (51 °F) | ✅ Mild and bright |
| Agadir | 24.1 °C (75 °F) | 12.9 °C (55 °F) | ✅ Autumn sun |
| Essaouira | 20.5 °C (69 °F) | 14.4 °C (58 °F) | ✅ Mild, gentle nights |
| Fez | 20.2 °C (68 °F) | 8.1 °C (47 °F) | ⚠️ Rains return |
| Ouarzazate | 21.7 °C (71 °F) | 7.2 °C (45 °F) | ✅ Ideal, cool nights |
| Errachidia (gateway to the desert) | 20.6 °C (69 °F) | 7.7 °C (46 °F) | ✅ Ideal for Merzouga |
It rains little in Marrakech (30 mm (1.2 in) over the month); the real criterion is the gap of more than 12 °C (22 °F) between afternoon and night. In Fez, about 54 to 66 mm (2.1 to 2.6 in) falls per month from November to April: expect a few grey days. There is no official station at Merzouga; the normals for Errachidia, the nearest official station to the dunes, give a good idea: pleasant afternoons, cool nights in a desert camp. In the Middle and High Atlas, the first snow is possible and passes can slow traffic.
Can you swim in Morocco in November?
The Atlantic is cool all year and cools further in autumn. In Agadir, the air stays pleasant for the beach in the afternoon, but swimming is bracing; many travellers settle for the pool. With no public official source, we do not show a water temperature.
Things to do in Morocco in November
- The desert: a night in a desert camp in the Erg Chebbi (Merzouga) or at Zagora, in the ideal season (October-November).
- Marrakech: medina, souks, Majorelle Garden, Bahia Palace, pleasant terraces in the evening.
- The kasbah route: Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate, the Dades and Todra valleys.
- Agadir and Taghazout: autumn sun and the start of the surf season (autumn-winter).
- Essaouira: the fortified medina and the harbour, with milder nights than inland.
- Fez: the medina is well worth visiting, with a plan B for rainy days.
Events in November
6 November (anniversary of the Green March) and 18 November (Independence Day) are public holidays. The Marrakech International Film Festival is usually held from late November to early December: hotels in the city are then in higher demand. Check dates with the organisers. A festival that spills into December can also shape your dates: our page on the weather in Morocco in December details what changes from one month to the next.
For a stay centred on the red city, see our detailed page on the weather in Marrakech in November.
Crowds and prices in November
Autumn holidays keep demand high at the very start of the month. After that, November returns to average crowds, with milder prices for riads and flights. Outside holiday periods, a few weeks’ notice is often enough.
For entry requirements and safety advice, including areas the UK and US governments advise against visiting, see our page on entry requirements for Morocco.
What to pack for Morocco in November
- Light clothes for the afternoon and a warm sweater for the evening
- A light down jacket or fleece for a night in the desert camp
- A waterproof if you are going to Fez or Chefchaouen
- Covering clothes for the medinas and religious sites
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and a scarf against sand and wind
Morocco in November: who is it for?
- Imperial cities and desert tour: ✅ one of the best periods of the year.
- Marrakech weekend: ✅ mild by day, a sweater is essential in the evening.
- Autumn sun by the sea: ✅ Agadir, the warmest.
- High Atlas hiking: ⚠️ snow possible, a guide is recommended at altitude.
- Stay in Fez and Chefchaouen: ⚠️ expect a few rainy days.
Example one-week tour: Marrakech (2 nights), then the Tizi n’Tichka road to Ait Ben Haddou and Ouarzazate, the Dades or Todra gorges, a night in the desert at Merzouga, and back to Marrakech, or a flight from Ouarzazate depending on current connections. As days are shorter, avoid driving at night on mountain roads.
If November does not suit you
Morocco in October is warmer (28.5 °C (83 °F) in Marrakech) but busier over the autumn holidays; December is cooler at night and pricier over the holidays. For spring, see Morocco in April; for sunny winter, Morocco in February.
Other destinations in November: Djerba in November, the Canary Islands in November or Tenerife in November. More ideas: where to go in November. To plan your trip, read our Morocco travel guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is the weather like in Morocco in November?
Mild and sunny: 23.1 °C (74 °F) in the afternoon and 10.7 °C (51 °F) at night in Marrakech, 24.1 °C (75 °F) in Agadir, according to the 1991-2020 normals from the General Directorate of Meteorology. Fez and the north are cooler and wetter.
Where is it warm in Morocco in November?
On the south coast: Agadir is the warmest of the main cities (24.1 °C (75 °F) in the afternoon). Marrakech and the pre-Saharan south exceed 20 °C (68 °F) in the afternoon.
Is it hot in Marrakech in November?
Mild rather than hot: about 23 °C (73 °F) in the afternoon, but 11 °C (52 °F) at night. Pack a sweater for evenings.
Is November a good month for the Moroccan desert?
Yes, it is one of the best periods, with March-April: pleasant afternoons and cool nights (7 to 8 °C (45 to 46 °F) in Ouarzazate and Errachidia).
Does it rain in Morocco in November?
Little in Marrakech (30 mm (1.2 in)) and on the south coast; more in Fez and the Rif, where the rains return. Snow is possible on the Atlas.
Can you swim in Agadir in November?
The air is pleasant in the afternoon, but the Atlantic is cool. Swimming is possible for the hardy.
Our sources
- Morocco’s General Directorate of Meteorology, 1991-2020 normals via the World Meteorological Organization (NOAA archive): Marrakech-Menara, Agadir-Inezgane, Essaouira, Fez-Sais, Ouarzazate, Errachidia
- Data taken from our page on the best time to visit Morocco
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.