Casablanca vs Marrakech

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Casablanca edges ahead as the better destination in August. Casablanca offers 13 hours of daily sunshine with only 0 rain days, while Marrakech sees 12 sunshine hours and 3 rain days.

Casablanca can feel quite hot at 30°C, so plan for heat. Marrakech runs hot at 36°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Casablanca is the stronger choice in August. Casablanca receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Casablanca reaches an average high of 30°C (86°F) and drops to 20°C (68°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 10°C, meaning moderate variation throughout the day.

Marrakech averages 36°C (97°F) for the high and 19°C (66°F) for the low, with a daily range of 17°C. There is a notable 6°C gap between the two cities, so expect a very different feel.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in August.

Casablanca receives approximately 1 mm of rainfall across 0 rain days during August. Rain is rare this month, so dry conditions are likely.

Marrakech sees 7 mm over 3 rain days. That makes Casablanca the drier option by 3 rain days and 6 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.