December · Morocco
Best time to visit Ouarzazate in December Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Ouarzazate in December
Average temperature 10°C, 13 mm of rain, about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 46% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
December score
7.9/10
Ranked #9 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 10°C
- Rainfall
- 13 mm
- Humidity
- 46%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 11
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
December in Ouarzazate scores 7.9/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #9 of 12. Expect around 10°C, 13 mm of rain, and roughly 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Ouarzazate is the gateway to the southern Moroccan desert, with kasbahs, film studios and Atlas passes.
December holds up well in Ouarzazate — 9th best month
December averages 10°C (49°F) — jacket weather. Comfortable for walking and museums, too cool for anything water-based.
Rain is a non-issue at 13 mm for the month, with about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10 hours of daylight to work with.
It scores 7.9/10 here, 9th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in.
Figure on mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Flexible dates? April scores 1.9 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Ouarzazate in December?
- In December, Ouarzazate averages 10°C, 13 mm of rain, and about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.9/10.
- Is December a good time to visit Ouarzazate?
- December earns a 7.9/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Ouarzazate in December?
- Expect about 13 mm of rain in December. Average humidity is 46% and there are about 11 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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