Weather Comparison
Casablanca vs Marrakech
Side-by-side weather comparison for December
December Weather: Casablanca vs Marrakech
| Metric | Casablanca | Marrakech | Better |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average HighHigher is warmer | 19°C (66°F) | 19°C (66°F) | Tie |
| Average LowHigher is milder | 10°C (50°F)▲ | 4°C (39°F) | Casablanca |
| Rain DaysFewer is drier | 7 days | 5 days▲ | Marrakech |
| PrecipitationLess is drier | 45 mm | 28 mm▲ | Marrakech |
| Sunshine HoursMore is sunnier | 8h/day | 9h/day▲ | Marrakech |
| HumidityLower is more comfortable | 70% | 70% | Tie |
| UV IndexLower is safer | 2 | 2 | Tie |
| Wind SpeedCalmer is better | 15 km/h | 12 km/h▲ | Marrakech |
Which City is Better in December?
Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Marrakech edges ahead as the better destination in December. Marrakech offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Casablanca sees 8 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.
Casablanca sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Marrakech is also comfortable at 19°C.
For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Marrakech is the stronger choice in December. Marrakech receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.
Temperature Comparison in December
Casablanca reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 10°C (50°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 9°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.
Marrakech averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 4°C (39°F) for the low, with a daily range of 15°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.
Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in December.
Rainfall Comparison in December
Casablanca receives approximately 45 mm of rainfall across 7 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.
Marrakech sees 28 mm over 5 rain days. That makes Marrakech the drier option by 2 rain days and 17 mm of total precipitation.
Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.
What to Pack: Casablanca vs Marrakech
Packing for Casablanca in December
Highs of 19°C, lows of 10°C, 7 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
Packing for Marrakech in December
Highs of 19°C, lows of 4°C, 5 rain days
- ✓warm layers
- ✓a mid-weight jacket
- ✓long trousers
- ✓a packable rain jacket
- ✓an umbrella
- ✓a warm scarf
Pack for both: warm layers, a mid-weight jacket, long trousers, a packable rain jacket, an umbrella. These items are useful in either destination during December.
Year-Round Comparison: Casablanca vs Marrakech
The table below shows average high temperatures and rain days for every month of the year, helping you find the best time to visit either city.December is highlighted for quick reference.
| Month | Casablanca | Marrakech | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | Rain | High | Rain | |
| Jan | 17°C | 7d | 18°C | 5d |
| Feb | 18°C | 6d | 19°C | 6d |
| Mar | 21°C | 7d | 22°C | 6d |
| Apr | 22°C | 5d | 24°C | 5d |
| May | 25°C | 4d | 28°C | 4d |
| Jun | 27°C | 1d | 32°C | 3d |
| Jul | 29°C | 0d | 36°C | 1d |
| Aug | 30°C | 0d | 36°C | 3d |
| Sep | 28°C | 2d | 31°C | 3d |
| Oct | 25°C | 5d | 27°C | 4d |
| Nov | 21°C | 7d | 22°C | 5d |
| Dec | 19°C | 7d | 19°C | 5d |
Casablanca Weather in December
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Marrakech Weather in December
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