- Best Months
- Oct–Jun
- Snowfall
- Not documented
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-and-climate.com, weather-atlas.com
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Good to Know
- Taghazout enjoys nearly year-round sunshine — even the cloudiest months (November) average 7+ hours daily.
- Winter months (December-February) bring the season's heaviest rainfall, but totals remain modest (average 30-51 mm), and rain is scattered across several days rather than continuous downpours.
- July-August coastal fog is real and persistent but has a upside: it keeps temperatures lower than the Moroccan interior, making the coast cooler than inland areas during peak summer.
- August is the busiest month for European family holidays and the worst for surfers — book accommodation months in advance if traveling then, as prices peak and conditions are flat.
- Spring (March-May) is the peak season for visitors but also remains uncrowded compared to August, offering excellent balance of warm weather, low rain, and vibrant activity.
- No snowfall; Taghazout sits at ~400m elevation on the Atlantic coast, ensuring mild winters year-round.
Best Months
March to June
- Reason
- Pleasant temperatures, low rainfall, vibrant atmosphere, ideal for outdoor activities
October to November
- Reason
- Temperatures around 20-21°C (70°F), good for sightseeing, shoulder season with fewer crowds
December to February
- Reason
- Winter months with mild temperatures 17-20°C (63–68°F); best for surfing due to swell; fewer summer tourists
Worst Months
August
- Reason
- Peak tourist season, high crowds, flat surf conditions, coastal fog common; sea surface temperature warm but atmospheric conditions less ideal
Semi-arid steppe climate with warm summers, mild winters, and low annual rainfall.
Rainfall
- Pattern
- Minimal year-round; December and November see most rainfall; July through September are very dry
- Annual Total
- 282 mm
- Driest Month
- July
- Driest Amount
- 1.3 mm
- Wettest Month
- December
- Wettest Amount
- 51 mm
Snowfall
Not documented
Seasonal Notes
- Shoulder Seasons
- April-May and September-October offer pleasant weather 18-27°C (64–81°F) with fewer crowds and good water conditions
- Summer July August
- Thick coastal fog common in July-August caused by cold Atlantic current meeting warm inland air, keeping temperatures moderate but reducing visibility; August is worst for surfing with minimal swell
- Winter December February
- Best surf season with consistent swells; water temperature 16-19°C (61–66°F) requires wetsuits; clearer skies with dramatic sunsets after first rains
Temperature Range
- Coldest Month
- January
- Warmest Month
- July
- Coldest Daytime Avg
- 18°C (64°F)
- Warmest Daytime Avg
- 30°C (86°F)
- Description
- Moderate seasonal variation
Water Temperature
- Coldest
- 16-17°C (63°F)
- Warmest
- 22°C (72°F)
- Annual Range
- 16-22°C (61–72°F)
- Coldest Month
- February
- Warmest Month
- August
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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