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Outdoor activities Potential

90/100

Excellent

Based on optimal climate

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Seasonality

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Best Time

January, February, April

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Weather

14°C – 23°C

Avg Temp Range

Precipitation

Generally dry

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The best time to visit Essaouira for hiking is January, February, April, when trail conditions are most favorable and the weather is more stable.

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Outdoor activities conditions breakdown

Monthly weather & climate data for Essaouira

MonthClimate ScorePredictabilityAvg TempRain (mm)
90Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
14°38
88Excellent
Cool temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°30
84Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
17°36
86Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°19
65Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
19°5
65Suboptimal
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°1
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
23°0
65Suboptimal
Warm temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
22°4
79Good
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
21°25
82Excellent
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
18°45
45Poor
Mild temperatures. Mostly dry conditions.
Predictability 100Weather conditions are fairly consistent throughout the year.
15°48

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

Quick summary: visiting Essaouira

When is the best time to visit Essaouira for outdoor activities?

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The best time to visit Essaouira for outdoor activities is typically in January, February, April, when the weather is most favorable.

When is the rainy season in Essaouira?

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There is no distinct rainy season in Essaouira, making it a year-round destination for outdoor activities.

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