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Ouarzazate, Morocco · Temperate

Ouarzazate in September: go or not?

Excellent time. Ouarzazate in September scores 8.3/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 30.92°N · 6.90°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Ouarzazate · September
8.3
18–33°
Temperature
9%
Rain
9h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Cristiano Pinto via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in September

Autumn in Ouarzazate is often underrated: 33.0°C, golden light and declining crowds. An interesting window. Rain is virtually absent (9.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.

September ranks 6 out of 12 months in Ouarzazate. Compared to August: −5°C daytime, 7 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in September

UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 38
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Is September the right month?

The best month in Ouarzazate is April (9.5/10), 1.2 pt higher than September.

See April →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Ouarzazate, town in southern Morocco : 70,000 inhabitants at 1160m altitude at the foot of the High Atlas , nicknamed " the gateway to the desert " and " Moroccan Hollywood " (Atlas Studios = the largest film studios in the world by surface area, 30+ international films shot here including Lawrence of Arabia, Gladiator, Babel, Game of Thrones, Mission Impossible).

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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 city break.

Country · Morocco

🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyMoroccan Dirham (MAD)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety Very safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living Cheap · 2/5

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend Stable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 38°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 17°C
🌧️Rainiest month February · 11%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
Indoor sights Year-round
🚇Public transportGood
Location

Where is Ouarzazate ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Morocco
Temperate climate with a 9.5 → 3.3 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
30.92°N · 6.90°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Ouarzazate?
April is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 11.0°C lows, 10.6h of sunshine and 4.0% rainy days. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Ouarzazate get in April?
Ouarzazate averages 10.6 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Ouarzazate?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Ouarzazate in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 11.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Ouarzazate good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ouarzazate scores 7.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Ouarzazate?
August is the most difficult month to visit Ouarzazate, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Ouarzazate in September?
The average UV index reaches 7 in September in Ouarzazate (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.