January · Morocco
Best time to visit Fez in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Fez in January
Average temperature 12°C, 35 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 62% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
8.9/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 12°C
- Rainfall
- 35 mm
- Humidity
- 62%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Fez scores 8.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 12°C, 35 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Fez el-Bali is a dense medieval medina of souks, tanneries, and courtyard houses, best explored on foot and early.
January is one of the strongest months in Fez (6th)
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 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 daylight hours.
A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Fez (6th of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.9/10.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Fez in January?
- In January, Fez averages 12°C, 35 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Fez?
- January earns a 8.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Fez in January?
- Expect about 35 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 62% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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