Essaouira in November
Great time to visit
November offers mild, comfortable weather perfect for cultural exploration without summer's heat or winter's chill. Prices drop substantially while the weather remains cooperative for most activities.
Weather
November brings mild, pleasant days with crisp nights and increasing cloud cover. The trade winds continue but feel fresh rather than cold. Rain frequency increases but usually comes in short bursts rather than extended downpours.
21°C high13°C low5 rain days
Crowds & Cost
moderate crowds
~$55/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Green March Day (November 6)
November Tips
- •Great month for budget travelers - significant savings on accommodation
- •Perfect weather for walking tours and cultural activities
- •Bring a light jacket for evenings and early morning beach walks
All Months
April through June gives you the sweet spot. Temperatures hover around 22-25°C, the wind stays manageable, and you avoid both winter rain and summer crowds. May particularly shines — warm enough for beach time, cool enough for medina wandering.
September through November works almost as well. The Atlantic stays warm from summer heating, but the oppressive July-August wind calms down. October brings perfect weather, though hotel prices reflect that.
Winter (December-March) means rain and rough seas. January averages 8 rainy days, and the Atlantic gets too choppy for swimming. But accommodation costs drop by 40%, and you'll have the medina largely to yourself.
Summer presents challenges. The trade winds that keep Essaouira cooler than inland cities also create constant 30-40 km/h gusts. Great for windsurfers, exhausting for everyone else. July and August see the medina packed with Moroccan families escaping the heat of Casablanca and Rabat.
Essaouira Scores
Solo
8/10
Couples
8/10
Families
7/10
Adventure
7/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
6/10
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