Morocco Capital
Best time to visit Rabat
Go inMay–October
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A calmer, cleaner alternative to Casablanca.
See Rabat on the globeRabat month by month
| Month | Rating | Avg high | Rain | Crowds | Flights | What’s on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | Good | 17°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| February | Good | 18°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| March | Great | 20°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| April | Good | 21°C | Wet | Moderate | Average | – |
| May | Great | 23°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| June | Great | 25°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | Mawazine |
| July | Great | 27°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| August | Great | 28°C | Mostly dry | Peak crowds | Priciest | – |
| September | Great | 27°C | Mostly dry | Moderate | Average | – |
| October | Great | 24°C | Some rain | Moderate | Average | – |
| November | Great | 20°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
| December | Good | 18°C | Wet | Quiet | Cheapest | – |
Festivals, events and seasons in Rabat
- June🎉 MawazineOne of the world’s biggest music festivals.
Good to know
- Flights to Rabat are usually cheapest in November–March. The catch: November–March are rainy.
- Crowds and prices peak in July–August, so book early.
Rabat’s Hassan Tower is the minaret of a mosque left unfinished in 1199.
Questions people ask
When is the best time to visit Rabat?
The best time to visit Rabat is May–October. A calmer, cleaner alternative to Casablanca.
What is the cheapest time to fly to Rabat?
Flights are usually cheapest in November–March, when demand is lowest.
When is Rabat busiest?
Rabat is busiest in July–August.
What is the weather like in Rabat?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 28°C, and January the coolest at 17°C. The wettest period is November–April.
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