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Chefchaouen in December
Chefchaouen in December: cold, wet and quiet, snow on the Rif
- A mixed month — plan around it
- Higharound 15°C
- Lowaround 6°C
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Chefchaouen in December at a Glance
| Verdict | Mixed — plan around it |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | around 15°C |
| Night-time low | around 6°C |
| Rainfall | Around 9 rainy days — cold and wet, with snow gathering on the Rif peaks. |
| Good for | Crowd-free blue medina · Lowest prices of the year · Snow-on-blue winter scenery · Sheltered rooftop tea & photography |
What Chefchaouen is like in December
December is full Rif winter in Chefchaouen. Daytime highs around 15°C, cold nights near 6°C and frequent rain keep the town wet and chilly, while snow gathers on the surrounding peaks. The crowds are long gone, leaving the blue medina at its most peaceful and atmospheric — the famous lanes empty and deeply saturated under grey skies, the rooftop cafés hushed, and the town wrapped in woodsmoke, mint tea and the slow rhythm of local winter life.
It is a month for the sheltered heart of the blue city. Warming lunches of harira and Rif goat cheese, an hour in the Kasbah Museum out of the weather, and unhurried photography in soft, even winter light all suit December's pace. The steep, stepped lanes turn slick in the rain, so grippy waterproof shoes are essential, and the Spanish Mosque sunset hike is worth attempting only on a clear, dry afternoon — when the snow-dusted Rif behind the blue town makes a memorable, frame-worthy scene.
December suits travellers who want beauty, solitude and the lowest prices over warmth, and who accept that winter weather dictates the day. The Akchour Waterfalls and mountain trails are best skipped or kept very flexible, as winter rain swells the rivers and chills the routes. This is a town-and-rooftop month, ideal for photographers and quiet souls who want the blue medina at its most local, hushed and dramatically wintry.
Around this month
Events & seasons in December
- Ramadan may fall partly in December in some years — dates shift ~11 days earlier annually, so confirm for your travel year
Festival and religious dates shift year to year — please confirm the exact dates for your travel year.
Best for
Who December suits
- Crowd-free blue medina
- Lowest prices of the year
- Snow-on-blue winter scenery
- Sheltered rooftop tea & photography
Come prepared
What to pack for Chefchaouen in December
- Warm winter jacket for cold nights
- Waterproof rain layer
- Grippy, waterproof shoes for slick steps
- Warm hat, scarf and gloves
- Layers for cold, damp days
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Chefchaouen in December: your questions
Is December a good time to visit Chefchaouen?
It is a mixed choice. December is cold and wet, with days around 15°C, chilly nights and snow on the Rif peaks. But the blue medina is at its most peaceful and atmospheric, and prices are at their lowest. It suits photographers and quiet travellers who want solitude and wintry beauty over warmth and reliable weather.
How warm is Chefchaouen in December?
Chefchaouen in December has daytime highs of around 15°C and night-time lows near 6°C, with snow on the surrounding peaks. The mountain setting makes it colder than coastal or southern Morocco, especially after dark. Days are cool enough to need a jacket; evenings call for full winter layers.
Does it rain in Chefchaouen in December?
Yes — December is cold and wet, with around 9 rainy days and longer grey, drizzly spells. The steep, stepped blue lanes get slippery when wet. Bring a waterproof rain layer and grippy shoes, keep hikes very flexible, and have sheltered, rooftop-café plans ready for the wettest afternoons.
What should I pack for Chefchaouen in December?
Pack a warm winter jacket for cold nights, a waterproof rain layer, grippy waterproof shoes for the slick stepped lanes, and a warm hat, scarf and gloves. Add warm layers for cold damp days. If you try the Spanish Mosque hike, wait for a clear, dry afternoon and dress warmly for the mountain wind.