Fez vs Marrakech

Fez and Marrakech are closely matched in March. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Fez sits in the comfortable travel range at 20°C. Marrakech runs hot at 33°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Marrakech is the stronger choice in March. Fez receives 4 more hours of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Fez reaches an average high of 20°C (68°F) and drops to 8°C (46°F) at night during March. The daily temperature range is 12°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Marrakech averages 33°C (91°F) for the high and 21°C (70°F) for the low, with a daily range of 12°C. There is a notable 13°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 March.

Fez receives approximately 65 mm of rainfall across 9 rain days during March. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

Marrakech sees 8 mm over 2 rain days. That makes Marrakech the drier option by 7 rain days and 57 mm of total precipitation.

Humidity also differs: Fez averages 70% while Marrakech sits at 35%. Fez will feel muggier, especially at higher temperatures.