Climate guide for Fez, Morocco

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About Fez

April-June is the sweet spot: lose yourself in the tanneries quarter, visit Al-Qarawiyyin, and sip mint tea on rooftops. Start at dawn to beat heat and crowds in the medina.

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Travel Tips

Navigate the Medina with a Plan
Fez el-Bali is a dense car-free maze where phone GPS often fails. Screenshot maps, note your riad's nearest landmark gate, and consider a licensed guide for the first half-day.
Politely Decline Fake Guides
Unsolicited 'helpers' may claim your riad is closed or lead you to commission shops. A firm 'la, shukran' and walking on works; official guides carry badges.
Tannery Visits
Chouara viewpoints often expect a small tip or mint-leaf purchase for the smell. You are not obliged to buy leather; agree prices before entering shop floors if you do browse.
Dress & Ramadan Timing
Dress modestly in the medina. During Ramadan many restaurants open only after sunset; confirm museum hours and expect quieter daytime streets with a lively evening break-fast atmosphere.

Things to do in Fez

Fez, Morocco. Live activities and tours from GetYourGuide, matched to this destination.

When to visit Fez: the short answer

The best time to visit Fez is April, followed by May, November. Those months combine the most usable temperatures with the fewest lost days to rain: April averages 18°C with 35 mm of rain and about 28 sunny days. The months to avoid unless you have a specific reason are July, August. If budget matters more than perfect weather, August is the strongest of the low-rate months at 6.8/10.

Across the year Fez swings from 12°C in January to 30°C in July, a 18-degree spread, while rainfall ranges from 0 mm in July to 88 mm in March. That is the whole planning problem in one sentence: Fez is not equally good year-round, and the difference between the best and worst month here is 3.2 points on a 10-point scale.

Warmest month: July (30°C). Coolest: January (12°C). Driest: July (0 mm). Wettest: March (88 mm).

Fez month by month

January in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 8.9/10

January averages 12°C (53°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.

Expect 35 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 sunny days and 10.2 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 8.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.

February in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 8.5/10

February averages 13°C (55°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rainfall runs 67 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 26 sunny days and 11 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 8.5/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.

March in Fez — reliably good (10th best month)

Good · 8.2/10

March averages 14°C (58°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rainfall runs 88 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 27 sunny days and 12 hours of daylight.

It scores 8.2/10 here, 10th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.

If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Fez — 1.7 points higher on the same scale.

April in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.9/10

April averages 18°C (64°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Expect 35 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 sunny days and 13 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 9.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

May in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.9/10

May averages 21°C (70°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Expect 35 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 30 sunny days and 13.9 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 9.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

June in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 8.7/10

June averages 25°C (77°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Expect 16 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 sunny days and 14.4 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 8.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

July in Fez — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.7/10

July averages 30°C (85°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 14.2 hours of daylight to work with.

It scores 6.7/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Fez — 3.2 points higher on the same scale.

August in Fez — workable with trade-offs

Trade-offs · 6.8/10

August averages 29°C (85°F), so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.

Rain is a non-issue at 0 mm for the month, with about 31 sunny days and 13.4 hours of daylight to work with.

It scores 6.8/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.9/10 in the destination's best month.

Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.

Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary.

If your dates are flexible, April is materially better in Fez — 3.1 points higher on the same scale.

September in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.1/10

September averages 24°C (75°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Expect 19 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 29 sunny days and 12.4 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection.

October in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.1/10

October averages 22°C (71°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.

Rainfall runs 58 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 28 sunny days and 11.3 hours of daylight.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 9.1/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.

November in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 9.7/10

November averages 17°C (62°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rain is a non-issue at 13 mm for the month, with about 28 sunny days and 10.4 hours of daylight to work with.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 9.7/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and this is one of the busiest months here. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

December in Fez — the year's strongest window

Best window · 8.9/10

December averages 13°C (55°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Expect 44 mm of rain — occasional showers rather than washed-out days — alongside about 28 sunny days and 9.9 daylight hours.

On our climate-comfort scale this is the top-ranked month of the year for Fez at 8.9/10 — the reference point every other month on this page is measured against.

Expect peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.

Frequently asked

When is the best time to visit Fez, Morocco?
In Ideal Weather mode, the best months to visit Fez are April, May, November, September, October, January. April is the single peak month with an Ideal Weather score of 9.9/10 based on temperature, rainfall, humidity, daylight and historical sunny days.
What is the weather like in Fez year-round?
Fez has a climate profile suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Average monthly temperatures range from 12°C in January to 30°C in July, with Ideal Weather scores between 6.7 and 9.9 out of 10.
Which months should I avoid in Fez?
The lowest Ideal Weather-scoring months in Fez are July (6.7/10), August (6.8/10), March (8.2/10). These months typically combine less comfortable temperatures, higher rainfall or fewer sunny days.
When is the rainy season in Fez?
March is the wettest month in Fez, averaging about 88 mm of rainfall. July is the driest, at roughly 0 mm.
Which is the sunniest month in Fez?
July sees the most sun in Fez, with about 31 sunny days on average - ideal for outdoor plans.
Is Fez a good destination for sightseeing and cultural travel?
Fez is well suited to sightseeing and cultural travel. Its highest Ideal Weather window (April, May, November, September, October, January) aligns with the conditions travelers usually look for in this style of trip.
How is the bestime.to score for Fez calculated?
Each month receives an Ideal Weather score from 0-10 using ERA5 climate normals for Fez: temperature comfort, precipitation, humidity, daylight hours, and historical sunny days - weighted for sightseeing and cultural travel.

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