February is still winter in Morocco, but the days are getting longer and the south is already mild. In 2027 it has one particular feature: Ramadan is expected to begin around 8 February. Here is what ten years of weather data say, city by city, and what Ramadan actually changes for a visitor.
February weather, city by city
| City | Average high | Average low | Rainy days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | 21 °C | 7 °C | 6 |
| Agadir | 22 °C | 12 °C | 3 |
| Essaouira | 19 °C | 11 °C | 4 |
| Fes | 18 °C | 7 °C | 7 |
| Chefchaouen | 16 °C | 6 °C | 8 |
| Merzouga | 20 °C | 6 °C | 2 |
- Pleasant afternoons, cool evenings. Marrakech averages about 21 °C in the afternoon and 7 °C at night, with 6 rainy days.
- Agadir is still the mildest: 22 °C by day, 12 °C at night and only 3 rainy days.
- The desert warms up a little. Around Merzouga, about 20 °C in the afternoon and 6 °C at night on average, with very little rain; nights in the dunes are still cold.
- The north is still wet: about 8 rainy days in Chefchaouen and 7 in Fes.
Ramadan 2027 begins in February
Ramadan 2027 is expected to begin on 8 or 9 February. The official date depends on sighting the new moon and is only announced the evening before. The country does not close, but the day runs on a different rhythm:
- mornings are quiet and many cafés open later;
- just before the fast is broken (iftar, at sunset), taxis are hard to find and everyone heads home;
- in the evening, streets, souks and squares are busy until late;
- hotels and tourist restaurants serve as usual during the day.
One change from previous years: Morocco no longer changes its clocks for Ramadan. Since 20 September 2026 the country has stayed on GMT all year, the same time as London in February. Details and etiquette in our guide to Ramadan 2027 in Morocco.
Where to go in February
- Agadir and the southern coast for sunshine and mild weather, with the sea still cool.
- Marrakech for sightseeing on foot before the heat arrives.
- The desert for mild days and clear skies, with warm clothes for the night in camp.
- The High Atlas for snow when there is some, for example at Oukaïmeden, the ski area closest to Marrakech.
Longer days
In Marrakech the sun rises around 7:25 in early February and around 7:00 at the end of the month; it sets between 18:05 and 18:30. That is about eleven hours of daylight. During Ramadan, iftar follows sunset, so it moves a minute or two later each day.
What to pack
- Layers: a T-shirt for the afternoon, a jumper and a warm jacket for the evening.
- Proper warm clothing for a night in the desert or the mountains.
- A waterproof jacket for the north.
- Clothes that cover shoulders and knees, appreciated even more during Ramadan.
Staying connected in February
During Ramadan, opening hours of restaurants, sights and shops often change and online listings are not always up to date, so being able to check or call ahead saves wasted trips. Signal is good in the cities and along the main roads, patchier in the Atlas and deep in the dunes. Pick a plan that matches the trip: 7 days for €24, 10 days for €32, 15 days for €45, with 1 GB a day at full speed then 512 Kbps, hotspot included.
See our Morocco eSIM plans and check that your phone is compatible. Also read Morocco in January and the best time to visit Morocco.