Morocco in October: Weather, Crowds & What to Expect
Climate Map for October
Average temperature across Morocco in October.
City Weather in October
| City | High | Low | Rain | UV | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Casablanca | 24° | 15° | 34 mm | high | Mild |
| Rabat | 23° | 14° | 41 mm | high | Mild |
| Fez, Morocco | 24° | 13° | 51 mm | high | Mild |
| Tangier | 23° | 16° | 75 mm | moderate | Mild |
| Marrakesh | 26° | 15° | 23 mm | high | Mild |
| Salé | 23° | 14° | 43 mm | high | Mild |
| Agadir | 25° | 16° | 13 mm | high | Mild |
High / low are average daily temperatures (°C). “Feels” reflects how hot or cold it feels, allowing for humidity.
Northern Morocco & the Rif (Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen)
October’s light returns with cooler mornings and crisp afternoons; rainfall resumes slowly by month-end in restless years. The crowds thin and the medinas take on autumnal calm - good for museums and walking tours without the heat. Storms can arrive from the Atlantic late in the month, so keep flexible transport plans and a rain layer handy.
Atlantic Coast & Casablanca Plain (Rabat, Casablanca, Essaouira, El Jadida)
October is mild and increasingly pleasant, with temperatures around the high teens to low 20s°C and the first notable rains possible late in the month. Essaouira remains breezy and pleasant for outdoor dining, while Casablanca’s cultural calendar picks up. This is a comfortable shoulder-season time for city touring and coastal drives; an umbrella is sensible on longer itineraries.
The High Atlas & Marrakech Plain (Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Oukaïmeden)
October brings mild, pleasant days in Marrakech around the low to mid‑20s°C and spectacular autumn light for desert and mountain photography. The heat is gone and the Atlas trails are in excellent condition after summer; it’s a top month for trekking, kasbah touring and long drives to the Dades and Todra gorges. Nights begin to cool noticeably, especially in mountain refuges, so a warm sleeping layer is wise.
Middle Atlas & Inland Highlands (Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Cedar forests)
October colors begin to show in sheltered valleys and temperatures drop toward the mid‑teens °C by day, with frosty nights possible late in the month. Migratory flocks pass through and the cedar forests look especially atmospheric with dew and low cloud - walkers should have waterproof boots and a warm coat. Road conditions are generally good, though early storms can make remote tracks muddy.
Souss-Massa & Agadir Coast (Agadir, Taghazout, Tiznit)
October cools gently and the coast enjoys long sunny days often in the low to mid‑20s°C with balmy nights - excellent for beach-based relaxation and birdwatching. Whale and dolphin tours operate well and the argan landscape is particularly scenic after end-of-season light. Expect fewer crowds than summer and lower prices; bring a windproof layer for cliff-top walks at dusk.
The Moroccan Sahara & Southeast (Merzouga, Zagora, Erg Chebbi, Erg Chigaga)
October brings warm days in the high 20s to low 30s°C and cool, pleasant nights - ideal conditions for desert exploration and photography. The Sahara is very accessible now: long drives and multi-day routes run reliably and camel caravans are comfortable. Expect increased bookings and vehicle convoys on popular routes; pack layers for night and sunscreen for midday.