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Chefchaouen, Morocco · Temperate

Chefchaouen in March: go or not?

Tough period. Chefchaouen in March only reaches 4.4/10.

📅 Data updated: October 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 35.17°N · 5.27°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Chefchaouen · March
4.4
7–16°
Temperature
31%
Rain
6h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌦️ Moderate rain
Photo : Matt Dany via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in March

Spring marks the start of the good season in Chefchaouen. Temperatures rise (61°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 31% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.

March ranks 12 out of 12 months in Chefchaouen. Compared to February: 11 pts more rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in March

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
7°
Daylight
11.7h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 36
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Is March the right month?

The best month in Chefchaouen is June (9.3/10), 4.9 pts higher than March.

See June →See all 12 months →
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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 monthAugust · 93°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 59°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMarch · 31%

🏛️ City break

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

Where is Chefchaouen ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

🌍 World
🔍 Geographic context
Morocco
Temperate climate with a 9.3 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
35.17°N · 5.27°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Chefchaouen?
June is the best month with 82°F highs, 61°F lows, 9.4h of sunshine and 8.0% rainy days. The months of June & September offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Chefchaouen get in June?
Chefchaouen averages 9.4 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.
What is the rainiest month in Chefchaouen?
March is the most unfavourable month with March has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Chefchaouen in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 61°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Chefchaouen good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Chefchaouen scores 5.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.0/10.
When should you avoid Chefchaouen?
March is the most difficult month to visit Chefchaouen, with March 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 Chefchaouen in March?
The average UV index reaches 4 in March in Chefchaouen (moderate), with about 11.7h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.