March in Marrakech averages highs of 23 °C (74 °F) and lows of 9 °C (47 °F), with about 5 rainy days and 11 h 54 min of daylight.
March weather in Marrakech at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is March a good time to visit Marrakech?
Good time to go: comfortably warm and some rain. March is usually high season in Marrakech: book rooms early, as prices are typically at their highest.
Our rule: a month scores 2 points for comfortable average highs of 18–28 °C (1 point for 14–18 or 28–32 °C) and 2 points for 5 or fewer rainy days (1 point for 6–10). Average highs above 35 °C or below 8 °C make it a tough month whatever the rain. A rainy day here means 2 mm of rain or more. 4 points = great, 3 = good, 2 = mixed, 0–1 = tough.
Holidays and events in March 2026
- Ramadan runs from about 18 February to 19 March 2026. Daytime eating in public is less common and some places change their hours; evenings get lively after iftar. Sights stay open, sometimes with shorter hours. Ramadan
Banks and many shops close on public holidays, and museums may change their hours, so check before you go.
Things to do in Marrakech in March
March's weather suits a mix of outdoor sights and museums, so the open-air ones come first.
- Jemaa el-Fnaa — best at dusk outdoors
- Majorelle Garden and YSL Museum — book a slot outdoors
- Atlas Mountains day trip — Imlil or Ourika valley outdoors
- Bahia Palace — carved cedar and zellige indoors
- Ben Youssef Madrasa — the city's most beautiful courtyard indoors
- The souks — shaded alleys, haggle politely indoors
Where to stay: A riad inside the medina for atmosphere; Gueliz or Hivernage for modern hotels.
What to pack for Marrakech in March
- Light layers for the day and a jumper for evenings, which cool to 9 °C (47 °F).
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees for mosques and temples.
- Comfortable walking shoes.
What a day in Marrakech costs
| Budget traveller | Mid-range | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical total per person, per day | €35–80 | €100–220 |
Excluding flights. March is usually high season in Marrakech: book rooms early, as prices are typically at their highest.
March in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seville | 21° / 10° | 8 | Good time to go |
| Lisbon | 17° / 10° | 6 | Mixed weather |
| Madrid | 16° / 5° | 7 | Mixed weather |
Plan your Marrakech trip
- Best Time to Visit Morocco: Month-by-Month Guide 2026
- 3 Days in Marrakech — A First-Timer's Itinerary (With Real Costs)
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FAQ
Is March a good time to visit Marrakech?
By the numbers, March is a good time to go: comfortably warm and some rain, with average highs of 23 °C (74 °F) and about 5 rainy days. March is usually high season in Marrakech: book rooms early, as prices are typically at their highest. The best months for weather are January, February, April, November, December.
How warm is Marrakech in March?
Average highs are 23 °C (74 °F) and lows 9 °C (47 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in Marrakech in March?
Expect about 5 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 51 mm in total. It is the wettest month of the year in Marrakech.
Sources: climate averages from Open-Meteo historical weather (ERA5 reanalysis, 2015–2024); sea temperatures from the Open-Meteo marine API (2023–2024); public holidays from Nager.Date. Daylight is calculated for the 15th of the month. Averages are a guide, not a forecast. Costs are typical ranges per person per day, excluding flights.