Morocco’s April Weather: The Complete Travel Guide

The weather

Morocco has stunning weather in April. The highest peaks of the Atlas Mountains are still covered in snow, but once spring arrives, you’ll find yourself among lush forests and fields bursting with wildflowers. While daytime highs in the Atlas Mountains are in the 60s, Marrakech experiences highs in the 70s. This makes the Atlas Mountains a great place to hike. Pack appropriately, keeping in mind that evenings might be considerably colder.

While exploring in locations like Fes or Tangier, you might encounter a spring shower, but in general, April offers fantastic weather.

Costs & Crowds

If you’re planning a vacation to Morocco in April, you probably won’t find many savings on airfare or lodging because many tourists have realized that April is a great time to go. That being said, springtime crowds at many popular locations are still bearable. If there’s a specific riad or trip you’ve had your eye on, make sure to book in early.

Where to Go

April is an excellent month to visit the Sahara Desert because of the comparatively moderate temperatures. If you have the right gear, this is also a great time to hike in the Atlas or Rif Mountains (you’ll see snow at higher levels, and temps drop substantially after dusk).

April is still a great month to go sightseeing because of the weather, but the imperial cities start to get busier with tourists around this time, especially on weekends when European visitors stop by for a few days.

How to Proceed

For nearly any activity in Morocco, April is the best month. For cultural sightseeing, stay in the cities or go to Merzouga, which makes a great starting point for a desert adventure. While you’re there, you may attend the International World Music Festival of Merzouga (more details on that below).

For a peaceful stroll across the Atlas Mountains past Berber towns, consider taking a day trip from Marrakech to experience some of Morocco’s natural scenery without going too far from civilization.

Alternatively, take a coastal exploration; in April, April offers sunny days, pleasant breezes, and manageable crowds on both the Mediterranean and Atlantic coasts of Morocco.

Events in April

The Sand Marathon, known as Marathon des Sables — Some people believe this ten-day, 156-mile “ultra-marathon” over the Sahara Desert to be the world’s most difficult foot race. You can sign up to participate (far in advance) if you’re game. If not, your travel schedule may coincide with the start or finish of the race: the Marathon des Sables varies in design each year, so confirm in advance if your itinerary will coincide with the race’s schedule.

Festival of Sufi Music and Culture — This event, which is an eight-day observance of Sufi music, draws together a diverse group of musicians, artists, and spiritual leaders from throughout the globe to Fes for over a week of festivities.

The International World Music Festival of Merzouga is an enchanting music festival set under the skies in the desert. This well-liked three-day event takes place amid the famed dunes of Erg Chebbi in the Sahara. Although the exact day varies each year, it usually happens in the early part of the month.

Are you visiting Morocco in April? Take a look at these fantastic routes.

Grand Tour of Morocco. If you have two weeks to spare, there’s nothing better than the grand tour thanks to the gorgeous April weather across the nation. With more time to spare, you won’t be racing from one location to another and can take your time exploring Casablanca, Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fes, Marrakech, the Atlantic Coast, and the Sahara Desert.

Desert Cities and Imperial Cities. This nine-day schedule is a perfect fit for the month of April since it’s a terrific time to enjoy both cultural tours and desert excursions. Following a broad circuit from Casablanca’s starting point, you’ll see the colorful Marrakech and Fes’ medieval medina before continuing to explore the ancient Saharan caravan routes.