January · Morocco
Best time to visit Marrakech in January Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Marrakech in January
Average temperature 13°C, 20 mm of rain, about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 53% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
January score
9.3/10
Ranked #6 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 13°C
- Rainfall
- 20 mm
- Humidity
- 53%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 30
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
January in Marrakech scores 9.3/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#6 of 12). Expect around 13°C, 20 mm of rain, and roughly 30 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.
January is one of the strongest months in Marrakech (6th)
Temperatures hover around 13°C (56°F) — the kind of month where neither heat nor cold forces the schedule.
With around 20 mm of rain, any showers tend to pass through rather than settle in; about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.4 hours of daylight fill the rest.
On our climate-comfort scale this is one of the strongest months of the year for Marrakech at 9.3/10 (6th of 12), just behind April at 10/10.
Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening.
Budget for peak pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Marrakech in January?
- In January, Marrakech averages 13°C, 20 mm of rain, and about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.3/10.
- Is January a good time to visit Marrakech?
- January earns a 9.3/10 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 January?
- Expect about 20 mm of rain in January. Average humidity is 53% and there are about 30 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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