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Ouarzazate, Morocco · Temperate

Ouarzazate in February: go or not?

Excellent time. Ouarzazate in February scores 8.0/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 30.92°N · 6.90°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Go for it
Ouarzazate · February
8.0
4–19°
Temperature
11%
Rain
9h
Sun
🏛️ Heritage🌧️ Moderate rain☔ Indoor sights
Photo : Cristiano Pinto via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in February

In February, Ouarzazate sees 19.0°F during the day with 8.9h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (11.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.5/10) remains theoretically better.

February ranks 7 out of 12 months in Ouarzazate. Compared to January: +4°F daytime, 6 pts more rainy days, +0.5h of sun per day.

This month's conditions

What it's like in February

UV index
6 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-4°
Daylight
10.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 27
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Is February the right month?

The best month in Ouarzazate is April (9.5/10), 1.5 pt higher than February.

See April →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Ouarzazate, town in southern Morocco : 70,000 inhabitants at 3,800 ft 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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Plan your trip

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 · 100°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 63°F
🌧️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 81°F highs, 52°F 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 52°F, while afternoon highs average 81°F.
Is Ouarzazate good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ouarzazate scores 7.4/10 on average — Acceptable 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 February?
The average UV index reaches 6 in February in Ouarzazate (moderate), with about 10.9h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.