Cape Chaunar
Cape Atlantic headland marking Morocco's southern coastal approach
An Atlantic headland in Guelmim‑Oued Noun where coastal currents meet rocky shores. Visitors interested in shore fishing, seabird watching and rugged coastal walks stop at nearby fishing settlements.
How to Get to Cape Chaunar #
Access is by road from the regional centres of Guelmim and Sidi Ifni; distances here are long and services sparse, so plan logistics and fuel carefully.
Tips for Visiting Cape Chaunar #
- If travelling overland from the north, plan for long desert drives and limited services; fuel up carefully.
- Bring layered clothing: coastal nights can be cool while daytime desert heat is intense.
- Respect local coastal communities and avoid driving too close to sensitive dune areas.
Best Time to Visit Cape Chaunar #
Spring and autumn are the most comfortable times to visit the southern Moroccan Atlantic coast.
Weather & Climate near Cape Chaunar #
Subtropical climate with warm summers (peaking in September) and mild winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 11°C to 27°C. Very dry conditions with minimal rainfall with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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February
February is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.
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March
March is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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April
April is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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May
May is mild with highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C. Almost no rain.
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June
June is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.
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July
July is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain and partly cloudy skies.
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August
August is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. The driest month with just 1 mm and partly cloudy skies.
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September
September is the warmest month with highs of 27°C and lows of 18°C. Almost no rain.
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October
October is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 17°C. Almost no rain.
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November
November is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 14°C. Light rainfall.
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December
December is cool with highs of 23°C and lows of 12°C. Light rainfall and mostly sunny skies.