Morocco weather in January

In January, popular resorts in Morocco (Agadir, Essaouira, Tangier) average 18°C by day and 12°C at night, and the sea is about 16°C. On average 27 mm of rain falls during the month.

That is 1°C cooler than in December, and in February days average 18°C.

It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach. The sea is cold.

Warmest resorts in Morocco in January

PlaceDayNightSeaRain
Agadir20°C8°C17°C26 mm
Aourir20°C8°C17°C26 mm
El Ouatia20°C12°C18°C15 mm
Tassila19°C8°C17°C28 mm
Sidi Ifni18°C11°C17°C26 mm
Essaouira18°C14°C16°C27 mm
Safi17°C13°C16°C40 mm
Moulay Abdallah17°C11°C17°C45 mm
Casablanca17°C9°C17°C56 mm
Mohammedia17°C9°C17°C56 mm
Aïn Harrouda17°C9°C17°C56 mm
El Mansouria17°C9°C17°C56 mm

Morocco weather in other months

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FAQ

Is it warm in Morocco in January?

In January, popular resorts in Morocco (Agadir, Essaouira, Tangier) average 18°C by day and 12°C at night, and the sea is about 16°C. On average 27 mm of rain falls during the month. It is mild, more a time for sightseeing than for the beach.

What is the sea temperature in Morocco in January?

About 16°C on average. The warmest water is in El Ouatia (18°C).

Where is it warmest in Morocco in January?

The warmest place is Agadir (20°C by day), followed by Aourir (20°C) and El Ouatia (20°C).

Does it rain in Morocco in January?

On average 27 mm of rain falls in the month. Rain happens, but usually in short showers.

Long-term averages from NASA POWER data (MERRA-2, 2001-2020 reanalysis, CC BY 4.0). Sea temperature is the average water surface temperature at the nearest grid point over the sea. This is climate, not a forecast for a specific day.