The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Tangier sees 17°C during the day with 5.4h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (25% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. July (9.6/10) is significantly better if possible.
December ranks 10 out of 12 months in Tangier. Compared to November: −3°C daytime, −0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
3 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
comfortable
11°
Sea
18°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
9.6h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 29
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Tangier is July (9.6/10), 2.4 pts higher than December.
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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 monthAugust · 30°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 28%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Tangier ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MoroccoTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.6 → 6.6 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.77°N · 5.80°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Tangier?
July is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 20.0°C lows, 11.1h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of July & June offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Tangier get in July?
Tangier averages 11.1 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Tangier?
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 Tangier in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 20.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Tangier good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Tangier scores 7.0/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.6/10.
When should you avoid Tangier?
August is the most difficult month to visit Tangier, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Tangier in December?
In December, the sea averages 18°C in Tangier: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Tangier in December?
The average UV index reaches 3 in December in Tangier (moderate), with about 9.6h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.