The best times to visit Ait Benhaddou for ideal weather are

March 26th to May 27th

or

September 17th to November 11th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Ait Benhaddou Travel Info

Weather in Ait Benhaddou

Temperature

Average temperatures in Ait Benhaddou vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 57th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Ait Benhaddou, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 103.1°F (39.5°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 75.4°F (24.1°C) at night.

Ait Benhaddou Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Ait Benhaddou Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Ait Benhaddou Perceived Temperature (F)

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Ait Benhaddou Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Ait Benhaddou Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 63.7 49.6 36.4
Feb 67.1 54.1 41.2
Mar 73.1 60.9 48.4
Apr 80.6 68.1 54.6
May 87.3 74.7 60.6
Jun 96.2 82.7 67.3
Jul 102.5 88.9 73
Aug 100.3 86.9 72.4
Sep 90.5 77.9 64.5
Oct 81.6 69.5 56.9
Nov 70.9 58.4 46
Dec 64.3 50.8 38.2

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 17.6 9.8 2.4
Feb 19.5 12.3 5.1
Mar 22.8 16.1 9.1
Apr 27 20.1 12.6
May 30.7 23.7 15.9
Jun 35.7 28.2 19.6
Jul 39.2 31.6 22.8
Aug 37.9 30.5 22.4
Sep 32.5 25.5 18.1
Oct 27.6 20.8 13.8
Nov 21.6 14.7 7.8
Dec 17.9 10.4 3.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Ait Benhaddou are December, January, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around mid January. For example, on the week of January 15th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late September with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of September 17th.

When can you find snow in Ait Benhaddou? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Ait Benhaddou.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Ait Benhaddou (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 1% 0 0.4
Feb 4% 0 0.6
Mar 5% 0 0.7
Apr 2% 0 0.3
May 2% 0 0.5
Jun 1% 0 0.2
Jul 2% 0 0.2
Aug 3% 0 0.4
Sep 7% 0 1.1
Oct 3% 0 0.3
Nov 4% 0 0.6
Dec 1% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 1 0 1
Feb 4 0 1.5
Mar 5 0 1.8
Apr 2 0 0.8
May 2 0 1.3
Jun 1 0 0.5
Jul 2 0 0.5
Aug 3 0 1
Sep 7 0 2.8
Oct 3 0 0.8
Nov 4 0 1.5
Dec 1 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Ait Benhaddou has no months that would be considered humid, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is July (7.9% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (27.8%).

Wind in Ait Benhaddou is usually calm. The windiest month is April, followed by May and March. April’s average wind speed of around 6.1 knots (7 MPH or 11.3 KPH) is considered “a light breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in mid May where average top sustained speeds reach 17.5 knots, which is considered a fresh breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Ait Benhaddou.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.6 Barely noticeable 10.6 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.7 Light breeze 13.3 Significant breeze
Mar 5.6 Light breeze 14.1 Gentle breeze
Apr 6.1 Light breeze 15.1 Significant breeze
May 6 Light breeze 15.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 5.5 Light breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Jul 5.2 Light breeze 15.9 Gentle breeze
Aug 4.8 Light breeze 15.8 Significant breeze
Sep 4.6 Light breeze 13.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 3.7 Barely noticeable 11.4 Significant breeze
Nov 3.5 Barely noticeable 10.1 Gentle breeze
Dec 2.7 Barely noticeable 7.9 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 23.4%
Feb 22.1%
Mar 18.7%
Apr 13.6%
May 11.6%
Jun 10.5%
Jul 7.9%
Aug 11.8%
Sep 19.5%
Oct 23.4%
Nov 26.4%
Dec 27.8%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Ait Benhaddou?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Morocco; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 06, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Ait Benhaddou, Morocco is January, followed by February and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Ait Benhaddou in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 70.9 in December means 70.9% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Ait Benhaddou Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 91.3°F (32.9°C) and 70.7°F (21.5°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with roughly 1 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see the least precipitation with 0 to 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Ait Benhaddou, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 94.9°F (34.9°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 1 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Ait Benhaddou to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 70.7°F (21.5°C) and 62.4°F (16.9°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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