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Best time to visit Morocco in December 🇲🇦
December in Morocco is shoulder season — mixed conditions. a shoulder-season pick — quieter and cheaper, but expect mixed weather or a few closures.
Last updated June 2026
Is December a good time to visit Morocco? Quick answer
Workable — shoulder season with mixed conditions.
| Verdict for December | Shoulder season — mixed conditions |
| Average temperature | 19°C high / 8°C low |
| Rainy days | ~8 days |
| Crowds | high |
| Prices | high |
| Events this month | Christmas / NYE in Marrakech & Essaouira |
| Peak months overall | March, April, May, October, November |
| Insider tip | Ramadan affects opening hours and restaurants — check dates before booking. |
Morocco year at a glance
The absolute peak months for Morocco are March, April, May, October, November. December is a solid shoulder choice if you want fewer crowds.
What Morocco is like in December
Cool, crisp, occasional rain — riads light fires; Sahara nights cold. Mar–May & Sep–Nov are ideal — pleasant in cities, cooler nights in the desert. Avoid Jul–Aug in Marrakech (45°C+). Atlas can be snowy in winter.
Insider tip
Ramadan affects opening hours and restaurants — check dates before booking.
Where to go in December instead
Thailand in December
A tale of two coasts and three seasons.
Philippines in December
7,000 islands, one dry season.
Cambodia in December
Cool & dry for Angkor.
Laos in December
Mekong country, cool dry winters.
UAE in December
Desert winters are magical; summers brutal.
Switzerland in December
Two seasons, both spectacular.
FAQs: Morocco in December
Is December a good time to visit Morocco?
It's a shoulder month: workable but mixed. December in Morocco is shoulder season — mixed conditions. Expect average highs around 19°C and lows near 8°C, with roughly 8 rainy days.
What is the weather like in Morocco in December?
Average daily high around 19°C, low around 8°C, with about 8 rainy days. Cool, crisp, occasional rain — riads light fires; Sahara nights cold.
What events or festivals happen in Morocco in December?
Key events in December include Christmas / NYE in Marrakech & Essaouira.
Are flights and hotels cheaper in Morocco in December?
Prices in December are typically high — book early, with high crowds.
Should I book Morocco in advance for December?
You can usually book closer to your travel dates in December — supply is plenty and prices stay reasonable.