The month in detail
What to expect in October
Autumn in Essaouira is often underrated: 24°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain risk remains low (11% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if July (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.
October ranks 6 out of 12 months in Essaouira. Compared to September: 8 pts more rainy days, −0.8h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in October
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
comfortable
16°
Sea
20°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
11.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is October the right month?
The best month in Essaouira is July (9.3/10), 0.7 pt higher than October.
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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 October?
In October, the sea averages 20°C in Essaouira: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Essaouira in October?
The average UV index reaches 6 in October in Essaouira (high), with about 11.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.