Month guide · Fes · Morocco
Fes in August
What August is really like in Fes: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
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Quick answer
August is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 36°C (97°F), lows of 19°C (66°F), about 1 rainy days and roughly 13.4 hours of daylight. The hottest month alongside July, with many Moroccan families travelling for summer holidays.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 36°C (97°F) / 19°C (66°F)
- Rainy days
- About 1
- Daylight
- About 13.4 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in August
August is the 2nd-warmest month in Fes: days average 36°C (97°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 19°C (66°F). Rain falls on roughly 1 of its 31 days. Compared with July (36°C (97°F)), August is about as warm; by September highs drop to around 31°C (88°F).
- Sunrise (15 August)
- About 06:42
- Sunset (15 August)
- About 20:08
- Daylight
- About 13.4 hours
Summer (June–August). Hot and dry, with highs in the mid-30s°C; plan early starts and riad siestas.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, August rates 3 for crowds (the peak is April at 4) and 3 for hotel prices (highest in April). Prices sit in the middle of the year's range.
Events in August
August has no major recurring festival in Fes, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in August
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
Museum · Fes el-Bali
Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts
An 18th-century funduq, a merchants' inn, restored as a museum of carved and painted wood, from doors and ceilings to tools and musical instruments.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- Art
- Architecture
- Rainy day
- Views
Experience · Fes el-Bali
Traditional hammam
For a first visit, a riad or spa hammam explains the process; bring flip-flops and a change of underwear for a public one.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- Couples
- Rainy day
- Off the beaten path
Historic site · Fes el-Bali
Fes el-Bali medina
Founded in the 9th century and listed by UNESCO in 1981, Fes el-Bali is a dense walled city of souqs, fountains, mosques, funduqs and workshops, threaded by two main streets, Talaa Kebira and Talaa Seghira, that run downhill from Bab Bou Jeloud towards the Qarawiyyin.
- Time needed
- A full day
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- History
- Shopping
- Photo spot
Landmark · Batha and Bab Bou Jeloud
Bab Bou Jeloud (Blue Gate)
Photograph it early in the morning before the crowds, and ignore anyone offering to guide you here unless they show an official badge.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Iconic
- Free
- Photo spot
- Architecture
- Kids
What to pack
For highs near 36°C, lows near 19°C and 1 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is August a good time to visit Fes?
A quieter month with trade-offs. If your dates are flexible, March–May and October–November are better overall. Compare every month.
Fes in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is August a good time to visit Fes?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. The hottest month alongside July, with many Moroccan families travelling for summer holidays.
+How warm is Fes in August?
Average highs are around 36°C (97°F) and lows around 19°C (66°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Fes in August?
Expect rain on about 1 days of the month, so it is usually dry.