Temperatures begin to moderate, offering a return to very comfortable conditions for travel across most of the country. This is a good month for combining city visits with excursions into the desert and mountains.
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Average daily low and high (°C) and monthly rainfall. The badge shows how it feels, allowing for humidity.
Average temperature across Morocco in September.
Tangier, Tetouan, Chefchaouen
September is a favorite for locals and longer-stay visitors as heat eases and the sea stays warm; daytime highs drop back into the low to mid‑20s°C. The end of summer sees calmer seas and clearer skies, making the Rif’s hikes and coastal drives pleasant and less crowded than August. Harvest activity begins in olive groves, and evenings are mild - a light jacket is usually enough.
Rabat, Casablanca, Essaouira, El Jadida
September brings gentler warmth and clearer seas as families return home; daytime temperatures slip to the low to mid‑20s°C and the crowds thin. Surf spots still work well and the light is excellent for seaside photography; trains run reliably. Pack layers for cool evenings and enjoy better availability and rates than in July-August.
Marrakech, Ouarzazate, Oukaïmeden
September cools nicely with daytime temperatures falling back into the mid‑20s to low‑30s°C and clearer skies across the Atlas, a popular month for trekking. Ouarzazate is warm and dry, and film-studio tours run comfortably; the High Atlas is particularly agreeable for multi-day hikes. Shoulder-season crowds return, so book mountain guides in advance and carry layers for chilly nights at altitude.
Ifrane, Azrou, Midelt, Cedar forests
September cools gently and the highlands enjoy crisp, clear days - excellent conditions for long-distance hiking and cycling before autumn rains. Apple orchards around Midelt begin harvest preparations and accommodation availability improves after summer. Expect chilly mornings, so morning runs or drives over passes need a warm layer, but daylight hours remain generous for exploring.
Agadir, Taghazout, Tiznit
September begins a calm, warm shoulder season with sea temperatures at their warmest and daytime highs in the mid‑ to high‑20s°C. Local life returns to normal after the peak season and surf conditions remain consistent for intermediate riders. Book small-group excursions and coastal boat trips in advance and plan for pleasant evenings that require only a light jacket.
Merzouga, Zagora, Erg Chebbi, Erg Chigaga
September is a transition month where daytime temperatures start to fall into the 30s°C but evenings become noticeably cooler - a much more comfortable time than midsummer. This makes longer treks and overnight dune camping popular again; visibility is generally excellent and dust less intense. Book camps early for holiday weekends and bring both sun and cool-night clothing.
September marks part of the date-harvest period in southern oasis regions with related local activity.
See how September compares with the rest of the year, then read the full guide.