Marrakech vs Casablanca

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.

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

Marrakech reaches an average high of 36°C (97°F) and drops to 19°C (66°F) at night during August. The daily temperature range is 17°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Casablanca averages 30°C (86°F) for the high and 20°C (68°F) for the low, with a daily range of 10°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.

Marrakech receives approximately 7 mm of rainfall across 3 rain days during August. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Casablanca sees 1 mm over 0 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%.