Tangier in January
Good time to visit
January offers the cheapest rates and smallest crowds, but you'll trade sunshine for savings. Perfect if you want to explore the medina and museums without the heat.
Weather
January brings cool, crisp air to Tangier with plenty of cloudy days. You'll get occasional rain showers and the Atlantic winds can make it feel chillier than the thermometer suggests. Humidity stays comfortable around 70%.
16°C high8°C low9 rain days
Crowds & Cost
low crowds
~$45/day average
Events & Festivals
- •Yennayer (Amazigh New Year)
- •Festival of Almonds
January Tips
- •Pack layers - mornings are cold but afternoons warm up nicely
- •Hotel rates are at their lowest, perfect for budget travelers
- •Many beach clubs and outdoor restaurants close, so research dining options ahead
All Months
March through May brings perfect weather—warm days, cool nights, and fewer crowds. The medina feels manageable, and outdoor cafés buzz with energy. Hotel rates stay reasonable, and you won't sweat through every sightseeing walk.
September through November works almost as well. The summer heat breaks, but the sea stays warm enough for swimming. October is especially sweet—clear skies, comfortable temperatures, and the city shaking off its summer lethargy.
Summer gets brutal. July and August see temperatures hitting 35°C (95°F) with crushing humidity. The medina becomes an oven, and many locals flee to the mountains. But ferry connections increase, and beach clubs come alive if you can handle the heat.
Winter brings unpredictable weather. December through February can be gloriously sunny or miserably rainy. The Atlantic winds cut through even warm clothes. But hotel rates drop by 40%, and you'll have major sights mostly to yourself.
Tangier Scores
Solo
7/10
Couples
7/10
Families
6/10
Adventure
6/10
Budget
8/10
Luxury
5/10
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