The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Essaouira sees 19°C during the day with 6.7h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (15% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.
January ranks 10 out of 12 months in Essaouira.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
9°
Sea
17°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
10.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 30
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Essaouira is July (9.3/10), 1.5 pt higher than January.
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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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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 monthJuly · 25°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 19°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 16%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Essaouira ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MoroccoTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.3 → 7.8 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
31.51°N · 9.77°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Essaouira?
July is the best month with 25.0°C highs, 19.0°C lows, 9.7h of sunshine and 0.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Essaouira get in July?
Essaouira averages 9.7 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Essaouira?
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 Essaouira in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 19.0°C, while afternoon highs average 25.0°C.
Is Essaouira good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Essaouira scores 7.3/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Essaouira?
January is the most difficult month to visit Essaouira, 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 Essaouira in January?
In January, the sea averages 17°C in Essaouira: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Essaouira in January?
The average UV index reaches 4 in January in Essaouira (moderate), with about 10.2h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.