best time to travel
According to most, the best time to visit Morocco is either in the Spring or in the Fall. The temperatures are much milder during those times, and in the Fall you have the added benefit of less tourists! Summer and winter, for obvious reasons, hot and cold. Here’s a handy bullet point list to help you decide when to go:
Spring: Ideal for exploring cities, hiking in the Atlas Mountains, and enjoying blooming flowers.
Summer: Very hot, especially in the desert, but coastal areas can be pleasant.
Autumn: Comfortable temperatures, good for desert trips, and fewer tourists.
Winter: Cooler weather, good for skiing in the mountains, and experiencing the Sahara Desert.
Besides the weather, there’s holidays that Moroccans celebrate. Here is another handy bullet point list for your consideration.
Ramadan: In 2025, it is expected that Ramadan will begin on February 28th this year, possibly March 1st, depending on the moon. During this time, Moroccans are fasting from sunrise to sunset. Businesses are slow or mostly closed during the day, so it’s not the greatest time to visit. However, if you are interested in experiencing Ramadan, then go for it! Once that sun sets, the people come alive and gather together to feast. It’s kind of great!
Eid al-Fitr: This is the celebration marking the end of Ramadan. Eid al-Fitr is expected to begin at sunset on March 29th, although it could possibly be March 30th, depending on when that crescent moon appears. You can say Eid Mubarak if you would like to wish someone a happy Eid. The Moroccans will be dressed in their finest, and gathering for a celebration with family and friends that lasts anywhere between 1-3 days, during which you must eat. You must, it’s obligatory. Imagine a massive joyous time - sounds lovely, doesn’t it?
Eid al-Adha: Again, depending on the moon, this holiday is expected to begin at sunset on June 6th and end on June 10th. This is a time that Moroccans remember the sacrifice of the Prophet Abraham, and in that remembrance a sheep is sacrificed, and the meat is then shared between families, friends and the needy. If you’re visiting Morocco during this time and you happened to make friends with a family (totally possible) then this could be an amazing experience for you!
There are other religious and national holidays celebrated by Moroccans, but not being an expert on them, we direct you here, so you can see them for yourself, and plan accordingly: Morocco Holidays 2025
Besides the holidays, there will be local food, craft and music festivals occurring throughout the years. You can find some of them listed here: Moroccan Festivals 2025
No matter what time of year you decide to travel, you are going to have the time of your life. In short, dress in layers, keep an open mind, and enjoy yourself - like a Moroccan!