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Backpacking Potential

100/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

April, October, March

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Avoid

June, July, August

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Weather

9°C – 30°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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🎒 Planning a backpacking trip to Ouarzazate?

The best time to visit Ouarzazate for backpacking is April, October, March, when you’ll get the best balance between weather, crowds, and costs.

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Backpacking conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Ouarzazate

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
January
55Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23
February
78Good
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
11°16
March
99Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°33
April
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°17
May
98Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°14
June
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
27°4
July
45Poor
Hot temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
30°2
August
55Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 85Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
29°7
September
85Excellent
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
24°18
October
100Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°22
November
95Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
13°26
December
64Suboptimal
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
10°30

Source: Historical climate averages (30-year observation).

Quick summary: visiting Ouarzazate

When is the best time to visit Ouarzazate for backpacking?

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The best time to visit Ouarzazate for backpacking is typically in April, October, March, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Ouarzazate?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Ouarzazate, making it a year-round destination for backpacking.

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