The month in detail
What to expect in March
Spring marks the start of the good season in Casablanca. Temperatures rise (19°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if August (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.
March ranks 9 out of 12 months in Casablanca. Compared to February: +0.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in March
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
11°
Sea
18°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
11.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 35
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Is March the right month?
The best month in Casablanca is August (9.5/10), 1.8 pt higher than March.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Morocco
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyMoroccan Dirham (MAD)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 27°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 17°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 22%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Casablanca ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MoroccoTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 7.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
33.57°N · 7.59°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Casablanca?
August is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 9.6h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of August & July offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Casablanca get in August?
Casablanca averages 9.6 sunshine hours per day in August. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Casablanca?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Casablanca in August?
In August, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Casablanca good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Casablanca scores 7.0/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains August with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Casablanca?
January is the most difficult month to visit Casablanca, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Casablanca in March?
In March, the sea averages 18°C in Casablanca: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Casablanca in March?
The average UV index reaches 6 in March in Casablanca (high), with about 11.8h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.