The best times to visit Khenifra for ideal weather are

March 19th to May 27th

or

October 8th to November 25th

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

 

 


Other Khenifra Travel Info

Weather in Khenifra

Temperature

Average temperatures in Khenifra vary greatly. 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 52nd 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 Khenifra, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early to mid August where highs are regularly around 103.3°F (39.6°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 72.9°F (22.7°C) at night.

Khenifra Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Khenifra 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.

Khenifra Perceived Temperature (F)

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Khenifra Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Khenifra 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 64.1 53.8 41.1
Feb 66.2 56.5 43.9
Mar 71.7 61.7 47.1
Apr 77.4 67 51.9
May 84.2 73.4 57.4
Jun 93.4 81.2 63.9
Jul 100.8 87.5 69.9
Aug 101.7 88.9 71.9
Sep 89.4 78.8 65.7
Oct 83.9 73.4 59.3
Nov 70.8 61.6 49.9
Dec 65.3 55.5 43.7

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 17.8 12.1 5.1
Feb 19 13.6 6.6
Mar 22.1 16.5 8.4
Apr 25.2 19.4 11.1
May 29 23 14.1
Jun 34.1 27.3 17.7
Jul 38.2 30.8 21.1
Aug 38.7 31.6 22.2
Sep 31.9 26 18.7
Oct 28.8 23 15.2
Nov 21.6 16.4 9.9
Dec 18.5 13.1 6.5

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Khenifra are July, August, 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 late May to early June. For example, on the week of May 28th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in late November to early December with an average of 3 days of significant precipitation the week of November 26th.

When can you find snow in Khenifra? Weather stations report a very small amount of seasonal snow likely to be deepest around December, especially close to early to mid December. The best time to ski (if at all) in Khenifra is often around around December 10th when fresh powder is deepest. 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 Khenifra.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Khenifra (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 17% 0 2.3
Feb 17% 0 1.6
Mar 12% 0 1.9
Apr 13% 0 1.7
May 7% 0 0.9
Jun 2% 0 0.3
Jul 0% 0 0.1
Aug 2% 0 0.1
Sep 6% 0 0.9
Oct 9% 0 1.1
Nov 20% 0 3.7
Dec 15% 0.8 2

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 17 0 5.8
Feb 17 0 4.1
Mar 12 0 4.8
Apr 13 0 4.3
May 7 0 2.3
Jun 2 0 0.8
Jul 0 0 0.3
Aug 2 0 0.3
Sep 6 0 2.3
Oct 9 0 2.8
Nov 20 0 9.4
Dec 15 2 5.1

 

Humidity and Wind

Khenifra has some comfortably humid months, and dry months in the opposite season. The least humid month is August (26.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is February (58.4%).

Wind in Khenifra is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by August and June. May’s average wind speed of around 5.7 knots (6.6 MPH or 10.6 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 early to mid August where average top sustained speeds reach 10 knots, which is considered a gentle breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

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

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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 4.7 Light breeze 6.8 Light breeze
Feb 5.2 Light breeze 7.7 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.4 Light breeze 7.8 Light breeze
Apr 5.4 Light breeze 7.9 Gentle breeze
May 5.7 Light breeze 8.2 Light breeze
Jun 5.6 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Jul 5.4 Light breeze 8.4 Light breeze
Aug 5.7 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Sep 5.5 Light breeze 8.2 Light breeze
Oct 4.6 Light breeze 6.9 Light breeze
Nov 4.8 Light breeze 7.7 Light breeze
Dec 4.4 Light breeze 6.6 Light breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 57.4%
Feb 58.4%
Mar 49.4%
Apr 44.7%
May 34.5%
Jun 31.1%
Jul 27.6%
Aug 26.3%
Sep 41.3%
Oct 40.9%
Nov 53.1%
Dec 58%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Khenifra?

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 Khenifra, 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 Khenifra 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 Khenifra Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 89.6°F (32°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 2 to 4 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 Khenifra, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 92.6°F (33.7°C) and 62°F (16.7°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 2 to 6 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 Khenifra to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 61.3°F (16.3°C). On average, it rains or snows a fair amount: consistently 5 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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