The weather in January in Morocco
It's pleasantly warm in January in Morocco with an average temperature of 20°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 18°C to a high of 22°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 8°C.
Looking for great weather? January is a good time to be in Morocco. The temperatures are nice, and there’s not too much rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in January for Morocco. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 29°C in 2021, Morocco reached the highest temperature in January over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 11°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 15°C.
Rainfall amount
In January, there is an average of 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in January for Morocco
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Morocco. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
January weather comparison
| Morocco | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 20°C | 5°C |
| Max. temperature | 22°C | 11°C |
| Min. temperature | 5°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 32 mm | 97 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 12 days |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Morocco with mild temps, averaging around 21°C during the day and nights around 7°C.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps drop to around 20°C, with nights around 6°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Morocco is around 20°C, while nighttime temps are about 7°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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The climate in Morocco is based on weather data from Marrakech. Other spots might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Morocco to get the full picture of the climate.
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in January in Morocco. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in January in Morocco
Temperature in January in Morocco over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in January in Morocco. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in January in Morocco
Total precipitation in January in Morocco over the years
Daily UV index in January in Morocco
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Morocco, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Weather experiences in January in Morocco
The weather in January in Morocco is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 2 visitors. Have you been to Morocco? Share your weather experience to help other visitors.
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Marrakech was lovely with 25°/27° The evenings are iddly cool. So get a coat or change in your stay. 1 day cloudy. The rest mainly enjoyed the sun!— This text is automatically translated to English
The nights can be surprisingly cool. Although the weather was not exactly beach weather, it was mostly sunny and dry - perfect for sightseeing.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average weather in Morocco by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Morocco. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.