Marrakech vs Casablanca

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Marrakech edges ahead as the better destination in December. Marrakech offers 9 hours of daily sunshine with only 5 rain days, while Casablanca sees 8 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Marrakech sits in the comfortable travel range at 19°C. Casablanca is also comfortable at 19°C.

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

Marrakech reaches an average high of 19°C (66°F) and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night during December. The daily temperature range is 15°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Casablanca averages 19°C (66°F) for the high and 10°C (50°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

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

Marrakech receives approximately 28 mm of rainfall across 5 rain days during December. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Casablanca sees 45 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Marrakech the drier option by 2 rain days and 17 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.