Marrakech riad courtyard with a pool, palms and carved wooden doors

Marrakech in September

Summer lingers into the afternoon.

The short answer

September is a good time to visit Marrakech.

September is not yet Marrakech’s coolest autumn window. Warm evenings can be appealing, but average daily highs of 33°C still call for early starts and shaded breaks during longer sightseeing days.

7/10 overall19–33°CModerate–High crowds$$$
Weather6.5/10
Crowds5.5/10
Prices$$$
Events6/10

September in detail

What September actually feels like

Weather
19–33°C
Hot days, with average highs of 33°C
Crowds
Moderate–High
Moderate–High — editorial assessment; exact dates and holidays can change demand.
Prices
$$$
$$$

+Warm evenings for dining

–Daytime heat remains significant

My tip for September

Keep demanding walks in the morning and avoid treating September as cool autumn weather.

  • Evening dining
  • Early starts

How September compares

Against the other eleven months

8th of 12 overall in Marrakech, 8th for weather, 8th for space, 6th for value. The emptiest month is January; the best value is July.

See all twelve months for Marrakech

Plan around

What’s on in Marrakech in September

Plan around the heat

June–September

Average daily highs reach 34°C in June, 38°C in July, 37°C in August and 33°C in September. These are climate normals, not forecasts or limits on extreme temperatures. Keep long walks out of the hottest hours and choose accommodation with reliable cooling.

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