Jemaa el-Fnaa square in Marrakech at dusk, glowing food stalls beneath the Koutoubia minaret and a warm sunset sky
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Marrakech in November

Marrakech in November: comfortable days, prime desert season

  • Excellent month to visit
  • Higharound 23°C
  • Lowaround 10°C
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Marrakech in November at a Glance
Key weather and planning facts for Marrakech in November
VerdictExcellent
Daytime higharound 23°C
Night-time lowaround 10°C
RainfallAround 4 rainy days — generally dry with cooler, clear spells.
Good forComfortable, balanced weather · Prime city-plus-desert itineraries · Thinner crowds, softer prices · Crisp Atlas day walks
A Marrakech rooftop terrace set with a brass mint-tea tray, the Koutoubia minaret and the distant Atlas at sunset
A Marrakech rooftop terrace set with a brass mint-tea tray, the Koutoubia minaret and the distant Atlas at sunset

What Marrakech is like in November

November keeps autumn's comfort while easing into winter's calm. Daytime highs around 23°C are ideal for all-day sightseeing, evenings turn cooler so a jacket returns, and the clear, crisp light is excellent. The high-season crowds of October begin to thin, prices soften, and the medina settles into a relaxed rhythm — making it one of the most agreeable, balanced months to take in Marrakech at a comfortable pace.

It is also peak time to combine the city with the Sahara. November's desert is at its best: warm, comfortable days, cool clear nights and superb stargazing, with the dunes glowing under low autumn sun. The road south through the kasbahs and the Dades Valley is a classic November journey from Marrakech. Closer in, the Atlas foothills and Ourika Valley remain crisp and walkable, and the first snow may begin to dust the highest peaks.

For travellers who want October's near-perfect conditions with fewer people and gentler prices, November is a quiet winner. The trade-off is cooler evenings and occasional showers, but the daytime weather stays comfortable and the region remains fully open. It is an especially strong choice for a city-plus-desert itinerary at the start of the prime Sahara season.

Around this month

Events & seasons in November

  • Prime Sahara season continues — comfortable desert days and cool, clear stargazing nights for onward Merzouga journeys
  • Ramadan may fall in November 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 November suits

  • Comfortable, balanced weather
  • Prime city-plus-desert itineraries
  • Thinner crowds, softer prices
  • Crisp Atlas day walks
Come prepared

What to pack for Marrakech in November

  • Layers for warm days, cool evenings
  • A jacket for after dark
  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sunglasses & sunscreen
  • Warm layers for desert nights
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Marrakech in November: your questions

Is November a good time to visit Marrakech?
Yes. November offers comfortable days around 23°C, thinning crowds and softer prices, plus prime desert season. Evenings are cooler and there is occasional rain, but daytime weather stays excellent. It is a quiet winner, especially for a city-plus-Sahara itinerary.
How hot is Marrakech in November?
Marrakech in November has daytime highs of around 23°C and night-time lows near 10°C. Days are comfortable for full sightseeing, while evenings turn cool and need a jacket. The High Atlas is colder, with the first snow possible on the highest peaks.
Is it rainy in Marrakech in November?
November is generally dry, with around 4 rainy days and cooler, clear spells between. Showers are usually brief. You can plan city sightseeing and day trips — including the desert — with good confidence, keeping a light rain layer for the occasional shower.
What should I pack for Marrakech in November?
Pack layers for warm days and cooler evenings, a jacket for after dark, comfortable walking shoes, sunglasses and sunscreen. For a Sahara trip, bring warm layers, as desert nights are cold; for the Atlas, add a warm layer for the higher, chillier ground.