December · Morocco
Best time to visit Marrakech in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Marrakech in December
Average temperature 14°C, 52 mm of rain, about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 59% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
8.9/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 14°C
- Rainfall
- 52 mm
- Humidity
- 59%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 29
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
December in Marrakech scores 8.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 14°C, 52 mm of rain, and roughly 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Marrakech comes alive through detail: cedar doors, spice stalls, tiled courtyards, and rooftop evenings are easiest to absorb in the milder months of spring and autumn.
December ranks 8th of 12 for Marrakech — one of the best windows
December averages 14°C (57°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.
Rainfall runs 52 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.1 hours of daylight.
A 8.9/10 puts this among the year's best months in Marrakech (8th of 12); only April scores higher, at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.
Figure on peak pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Marrakech in December?
- In December, Marrakech averages 14°C, 52 mm of rain, and about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 8.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Marrakech?
- December 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 Marrakech in December?
- Expect about 52 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 59% and there are about 29 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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