October in Marrakech averages highs of 30 °C (85 °F) and lows of 15 °C (59 °F), with about 2 rainy days and 11 h 20 min of daylight.
October weather in Marrakech at a glance
average high to low each dot ≈ 3 rainy days
Is October a good time to visit Marrakech?
Good time to go: hot and fairly dry. October 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 October 2026
No public holidays fall in October 2026 in Morocco, so opening hours should be normal.
Things to do in Marrakech in October
October'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 October
- Summer clothes, sunglasses and sunscreen.
- 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. October is usually high season in Marrakech: book rooms early, as prices are typically at their highest.
October in nearby cities
| City | High / low | Rainy days | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seville | 27° / 16° | 6 | Good time to go |
| Lisbon | 23° / 16° | 8 | Good time to go |
| Madrid | 22° / 11° | 7 | Good time to go |
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 October a good time to visit Marrakech?
By the numbers, October is a good time to go: hot and fairly dry, with average highs of 30 °C (85 °F) and about 2 rainy days. October 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 October?
Average highs are 30 °C (85 °F) and lows 15 °C (59 °F) (2015–2024 averages).
Does it rain a lot in Marrakech in October?
Expect about 2 days with 2 mm of rain or more, about 22 mm in total. It is the 5th driest 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.