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Best time to visit Fez: month by month
Short answer
March to May and October to November are the best times, with highs of about 20–30°C. July and August are very hot (highs around 38–39°C) because Fez is inland, and winter is cool with cold nights and some rain.
Month by month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Crowds |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 16°C | 5°C | 8 | low |
| Feb | 19°C | 7°C | 7 | low |
| Mar | 20°C | 8°C | 10 | medium |
| Apr | 24°C | 11°C | 8 | high |
| May | 29°C | 14°C | 6 | high |
| Jun | 33°C | 18°C | 4 | medium |
| Jul | 39°C | 21°C | 0 | medium |
| Aug | 38°C | 21°C | 0 | medium |
| Sep | 32°C | 18°C | 3 | medium |
| Oct | 30°C | 16°C | 3 | high |
| Nov | 22°C | 10°C | 4 | medium |
| Dec | 19°C | 8°C | 7 | medium |
Temperatures and rainy days: Copernicus ERA5 averages, 2021–2023. Crowd levels are our estimate.
Season by season
Spring (Mar–May)
Highs rise from about 20°C in March to 29°C in May, with 6–10 rainy days a month; the best season for walking the medina.
Summer (Jun–Aug)
June is about 33°C; July and August reach about 38–39°C with no rain. Walk early and late and rest in the afternoon.
Autumn (Sep–Nov)
September is still hot (about 32°C), October pleasant at about 30°C, and November cooler at about 22°C with little rain.
Winter (Dec–Feb)
Highs of about 16–19°C, lows of 5–8°C and 7–8 rainy days a month; riads can be cold, so ask about heating.
Events worth planning around
- Fes Festival of World Sacred Music (usually late spring or early summer; check the dates for the year)
- Ramadan (dates move about 11 days earlier each year): many restaurants close by day and the medina comes alive after sunset
When to avoid
Avoid July and August if you dislike heat, as the medina is stifling by midday. In mid-winter the city is quiet but cold and damp at night.
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Common questions
What is the best month to visit Fez?
April, May and October, with highs of about 24–30°C and little rain.
Is Fez too hot in summer?
It can be: July and August average highs around 38–39°C. Go early and late and rest in the afternoon.
Is it worth visiting Fez during Ramadan?
Yes, if you accept that many restaurants close by day; the evenings after sunset are lively.