Verdict: Excellent month
Marrakech Weather in January
January hits the sweet spot in Marrakech — highs around 21°C (70°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is a non-issue, with only ~3 wet days in an average year. Overall, January is one of the best months of the year to be in Marrakech.
Average high
21°C / 70°F
Average low
6°C / 43°F
Rain days
~3
Precipitation
24 mm
What to pack for Marrakech in January
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Evenings turn genuinely cool — pack a warm layer for after dark
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
January against the rest of the year
Warmest in Marrakech: Jul (40°C / 104°F) · Coolest: Jan (21°C / 70°F) · Wettest: Mar (~7 rain days)
21°
6°
Jan
23°
8°
Feb
23°
10°
Mar
27°
12°
Apr
31°
15°
May
33°
18°
Jun
40°
22°
Jul
39°
22°
Aug
33°
19°
Sep
30°
15°
Oct
26°
11°
Nov
21°
8°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)