Things to Do in Morocco in March
Great month for almost everything – desert, balloon flights, Atlas walks and the cities. Updated October 2026 · by our local team
March is one of the best months of the year, and the list of things to do in Morocco in March is long. Spring arrives: the days are warm everywhere, the valleys turn green after the winter rains and the snow still shines on the Atlas peaks. The Sahara is comfortable from sunrise to sunset, and the nights are cool rather than cold.
It is our busiest season for camel treks, desert camps and balloon flights, so it pays to book early, especially around the spring and Easter holidays. Below, our guides share the eight activities they recommend most in March, with the weather to expect, the best places to go and what to pack.
The best things to do in Morocco in March are a camel trek and a night in a desert camp at Merzouga, a sunrise hot air balloon flight over Marrakech, walks in the lower valleys of the High Atlas and the gorges on the road to the desert. Spring arrives this month: warm days, cool nights and green valleys.
Morocco weather in March
| Where | Temperatures | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Marrakech | about 23°C by day, 10°C at night | sunny and pleasant, an occasional shower |
| Sahara (Merzouga) | about 24–25°C by day, 9–10°C at night | warm and dry, some windy days |
| High Atlas | about 14–17°C in the valleys by day, near freezing at night up high | snow on the high peaks, green valleys |
| Atlantic coast (Essaouira, Agadir) | about 19–22°C by day, 11–13°C at night | sunny, windy afternoons in Essaouira |
Typical values – the weather changes from year to year.
Best things to do in Morocco in March
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Ride camels into the Erg Chebbi dunesWarm days and cool, starry nights – the desert at its most comfortable.Details +- Fly over Marrakech in a hot air balloonCalm spring mornings with green fields and snowy Atlas peaks.Details +
Walk in the High Atlas valleysGreen terraces, Berber villages and flowering trees below the snow line.Details +
Sleep in a desert campDinner by the fire and a sky full of stars, with nights that are no longer freezing.Details +- Hike the Todra and Dades gorgesRed canyons and green palm valleys on the road to the Sahara.Details +
Mountain bike in the Atlas foothillsVillage tracks, valley roads and mild temperatures for cycling.Details +
Sandboard the dunes of Erg ChebbiSlide down the biggest dunes of the Moroccan Sahara in the spring sun.Details +- Explore the medina of FesSpring is a lovely time to walk the oldest medina in Morocco.Details +
Where to go in Morocco in March
Merzouga
The Sahara at its most comfortable – warm days, mild nights and great sunsets on the Erg Chebbi dunes.
Marrakech
Sunny and green, the best base for balloon flights, the Atlas and the Agafay desert.
High Atlas
Green terraces and blossoming trees in the valleys, with snowy peaks above.
Agadir
Sunny beach days, surf lessons at Taghazout and walks in Paradise Valley behind the coast.
Festivals & events in Morocco in March
Almond blossom in the Anti-Atlas
usually February to early March
The last almond trees flower around Tafraoute in early March. Timing depends on the weather – check before you travel.
Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr
dates change every year – check before you travel
In some years Ramadan and the Eid holiday fall in March. Life slows down by day and the evenings are lively; some services close on Eid.
Morocco itineraries for March
Private trips that are at their best this month.
What to pack for Morocco in March
- A light jacket or fleece for evenings and early mornings
- Sunglasses, sunscreen and a sun hat
- A scarf for windy days in the desert
- Good walking shoes or light boots
- A light rain jacket for the north and the mountains
- Light long trousers and a long skirt or dress for the medinas
- A reusable water bottle
- Warm layers if you trek above the snow line
Plan your trip in March
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Morocco in March: your questions
Is March a good time to visit Morocco?
Yes, it is one of the best months. The days are warm in the desert, the cities and on the coast, the valleys are green and the nights are cool but not freezing. Book early for the spring and Easter holidays.
What is the weather like in Morocco in March?
Marrakech has about 23°C by day and 10°C at night, the Sahara around 25°C by day, and Agadir about 21°C. Snow stays on the highest Atlas peaks, and the north can still have some rain.
What are the best things to do in Morocco in March?
A camel trek and a night in the Sahara at Merzouga, a balloon flight over Marrakech, walks in the High Atlas valleys, the Todra and Dades gorges and a guided walk in the medina of Fes.
What to wear in Morocco in March?
Light clothes for the day and a fleece or light jacket for the evenings. In the medinas and villages, cover shoulders and knees – light long trousers or a long skirt are comfortable and respectful.
Is Morocco better in March or April?
Both are excellent. March is a little cooler, with greener valleys and more snow on the Atlas; April is warmer everywhere and better for longer hikes. The desert is pleasant in both months.
What to do in Agadir in March?
Enjoy the beach in the spring sun, take surf lessons at Taghazout, walk to the pools of Paradise Valley and watch the sunset from the Kasbah of Agadir Oufella. The sea is still cool, so surfers wear a wetsuit.
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