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Oukaimeden, Morocco · Alpine mountain climate

Oukaimeden in December: go or not?

Tough period. Oukaimeden in December only reaches 4.2/10.

📅 Updated August 2026 🛰️ ERA5 · 10 years 📍 31.20°N · 7.86°W
⚡ This month's verdict
Avoid
Oukaimeden · December
4.2
-1–7°
Temperature
17%
Rain
7h
Sun
❄️ Alpine climate☀️ High-altitude UV🌦️ Changeable weather
Photo : Paul Macallan via Unsplash
The month in detail

What to expect in December

Off-season for skiing Oukaimeden — lifts are closed. Consider hiking, mountain biking or summer activities at altitude. Rain risk remains low (17.0% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.

December ranks 8 out of 12 months in Oukaimeden. Compared to November: −5°F daytime, 8 pts fewer rainy days.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
-7°
Daylight
10.0h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 26
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Is December the right month?

The best month in Oukaimeden is July (8.1/10), 3.9 pts higher than December.

See July →See all 12 months →
Context

Our verdict

Oukaïmeden is the highest ski resort in Africa : 10,700 ft at the summit, 47 miles from Marrakech (1h30 by road via the Ourika valley). Modest area (6 miles of pistes, 1 cable car, 6 ski tows) but unique experience.

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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 mountain stay.

Country · Morocco

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

🌡️ Climate

🌍Climate typeAlpine mountain climate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 73°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 43°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘMay · 49%

🏔️ Mountain stay

⛰️Village altitude8530 ft
🎿Ski area8530 → 10738 ft
⛷️Ski seasonDec → May
🥾Hiking seasonJun → Sep
🧗High mountains ⓘGuide recommended
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Other destinations in December

If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.

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MarrakechMorocco49 kmOuarzazateMorocco97 kmEssaouiraMorocco184 kmAgadirMorocco187 km
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Location

Where is Oukaimeden ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context
Morocco
Alpine mountain climate climate with a 8.1 → 4.1 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
31.20°N · 7.86°W
Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Oukaimeden?
It depends on the activity. For skiing: January (ski score 6.9/10). For hiking/suiner: July (8.1/10, 23.0°F).
Can you ski in Oukaimeden in winter?
Yes, it's peak ski season. Average ski score December–February: 6.8/10. Cold temperatures (6°F max in January) and frequent snowfall.
Is it warm in Oukaimeden in suiner?
In July, temperatures average 23.0°F. Ideal for hiking and outdoor activities.
What is the wettest month in Oukaimeden?
April is the wettest month with April has the lowest climate score of the year.
Do you need sun protection in Oukaimeden in December?
The average UV index reaches 4 in December in Oukaimeden (moderate), with about 10.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.