Essaouira weather and climate
Essaouira weather and climate
Day
19 °C
Night
12 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
40 mm
in month
Rainy days
5 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
79 %
Day
19 °C
Night
12 °C
Sea
17 °C
Precipitation
40 mm
in month
Rainy days
5 days
in month
Daylight
11 hours
average
Sunshine
7 hours
average
Humidity
79 %
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Weather overview for Essaouira
Weather overview
Essaouira (Morocco) is a place with a tropical climate. Temperatures during the day are in the range from 18.6 °C (65.5 °F) in January to 23.3 °C (73.9 °F) in September. The least rainy month in Essaouira is July with its 0 days of rain, the rainiest month is November, when it rains 5 days. The highest night temperatures could be experienced in August with 18.8 °C (65.8 °F), the lowest in January with 11.1 °C (52.0 °F).
January weather
The minimum of the day temperature is observable, with its value of 18.6 °C (65.5 °F) in Essaouira, and the night temperature is on its minimum too, with its value of 11.1 °C (52.0 °F). The rainfall amount starts to descent in January. The humidity reaches its minimum, its value is 79 %. The number of sun hours (without clouds) starts to rise.
February weather
The day temperature rise's start could be observed, the value of this measure is 19.2 °C (66.6 °F) in Essaouira, and the beginning of the rise of the night temperature could be noticed too, its value is 11.8 °C (53.2 °F). The rainfall amount descents similarly to the previous month, its value is 40 mm (1.57 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 7 hours.
March weather
The rise of the day temperature can be observed, the value of this measure is 20.5 °C (68.9 °F) in Essaouira, and the rise of the night temperature can be observed too, its value is 13.7 °C (56.7 °F). The beginning of the descent of the number of rainy days could be noticed, with its value being 4 days, while the rainfall amount continues to descent, its value is 31 mm (1.20 in). The rise of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, with its value of 8 hours.
April weather
The tourist season is at its beginning in Essaouira, and the dry season slowly starts too. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, and the rainfall amount continues to descent too. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to rise, the value of this measure is 9 hours. The night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 14.5 °C (58.1 °F).
May weather
The tourist season is close to its peak in Essaouira. The beginning of the rise of the day temperature could be noticed, its value is 21.1 °C (70.0 °F), while the night temperature rises similarly to the previous month, with its value being 16.2 °C (61.2 °F). The number of rainy days continues to descent, the value of this measure is 2 days, and the descent of the rainfall amount can be observed too, with its value being 6 mm (0.24 in).
June weather
The tourist season is taking place in Essaouira. The day temperature rises similarly to the previous month, its value is 22.2 °C (72.0 °F), and the rise of the night temperature can be observed as well, the value of this measure is 17.9 °C (64.2 °F). The day length is on its maximum, the value of this measure is 14 hours. The descent of the number of rainy days can be observed, with its value of 0 days.
July weather
The ongoing tourist season is noticeable in Essaouira, and the dry season continues too this month. The minimum of the number of rainy days can be noticed, with its value of 0 days, and the rainfall amount reaches its minimum too in July. The number of sun hours (without clouds) is on its maximum, with its value being 10 hours.
August weather
The day temperature starts to rise, with its value being 23.1 °C (73.6 °F) in Essaouira, while the maximum of the night temperature can be noticed, with its value being 18.8 °C (65.8 °F). The ongoing tourist season is noticeable. The beginning of the descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) could be noticed, the value of this measure is 9 hours. The maximum of the humidity is observable, with its value being 83 %.
September weather
The maximum of the day temperature can be noticed, its value is 23.3 °C (73.9 °F) in Essaouira. The number of rainy days rise's start could be observed, its value is 1 days. There is pending tourist season, and the ongoing dry season is noticeable too. The number of sun hours (without clouds) continues to descent, with its value being 8 hours.
October weather
The tourist season continues in Essaouira. The number of rainy days continues to rise, with its value of 3 days, while the beginning of the rise of the rainfall amount could be noticed, the value of this measure is 24 mm (0.95 in). The beginning of the descent of the night temperature could be noticed in this month. The descent of the number of sun hours (without clouds) can be observed, the value of this measure is 8 hours.
November weather
The day temperature descent's start could be observed, with its value being 21.6 °C (70.9 °F) in Essaouira, while the night temperature continues to descent, its value is 14.4 °C (57.9 °F). The number of rainy days reaches its maximum, with its value of 5 days, while the rainfall amount continues to rise, with its value of 50 mm (1.96 in). The number of sun hours (without clouds) descents similarly to the previous month, the value of this measure is 7 hours.
December weather
The day temperature continues to descent, its value is 19.7 °C (67.5 °F) in Essaouira, and the night temperature descents similarly to the previous month too, with its value of 12.8 °C (55.0 °F). The maximum of the rainfall amount is observable, its value is 58 mm (2.30 in). The day length is on its minimum, the value of this measure is 10 hours. The minimum of the number of sun hours (without clouds) is observable.
FAQs
What is the humidity in March in Essaouira?
In Essaouira in March, expect humidity around 79 %.
How many hours of sun to expect in April in Essaouira?
There is an average length of sunshine of 9 hours per day in April in Essaouira.
Is there a dry season in Essaouira in May?
Yes, there is a dry season in May in Essaouira with just 2 days during the month being rainy.
What is the air temperature in Essaouira in June at night?
The average night temperature in Essaouira in June is 17.9 °C (64.2 °F). This temperature is pleasant for a wide range of evening, night, and morning activities from sports to sitting outside in restaurants or evening walks.
How many days of precipitation on average can I expect in Essaouira in July?
In Essaouira in July, we can expect 0 days to be rainy, that is, days when precipitation exceeds 2 mm (0.08 in). Converted to days of the week, this means that it will occur on an average of 0.0 days of the week, or in general - 0 % days.
Is August a good month to visit Essaouira?
August is the best month to visit Essaouira. At night, temperatures hover around a pleasant 18.8 °C (65.8 °F). You can expect just 0 days of rain during the month, taking an umbrella is not necessary. There are some people, who may feel a slight chill at 23.1 °C (73.6 °F), but others will feel perfectly fine. A sea temperature of 20.5 °C (69.0 °F) can seem colder to some, but others will call it refreshing.
What is the sea temperature in September in Essaouira?
In Essaouira in September expect the sea to be warm at 20.5 °C (68.9 °F). The sea at this temperature is quite cold, but it is already possible to stay in it for a long time and it is pleasantly refreshing on hot, steamy days.
What temperature can I expect during the day in Essaouira in October?
In October in Essaouira, the average daily temperatures will be 22.9 °C (73.2 °F). A comfortable temperature for most people, where it is neither too cold nor too hot, and a large number of activities can be carried out comfortably, including sunbathing by the water. Lighter clothing will be suitable - shorts, skirts, t-shirts, jackets; a light sweater and long trousers may also be useful.
Is there a wet season in Essaouira in November?
No, there is no wet season in Essaouira in November - you can expect 5 days of rain during the month.
How windy is it in Essaouira in December?
An average wind scale that can be expected in December in Essaouira is 3.8.