Month guide · Fes · Morocco
Fes in July
What July is really like in Fes: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Quick answer
July is a quieter month with trade-offs. Expect average highs of 36°C (97°F), lows of 19°C (66°F), about 0 rainy days and roughly 14.2 hours of daylight. Very hot inland heat; sightsee early, rest in the riad at midday, and head out again after sunset.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 36°C (97°F) / 19°C (66°F)
- Rainy days
- About 0
- Daylight
- About 14.2 hours
- Crowds
- Moderate
- Hotel prices
- Average
Weather in July
July is the 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 0 of its 31 days. Compared with June (31°C (88°F)), July is warmer; by August highs stay near 36°C (97°F).
- Sunrise (15 July)
- About 06:20
- Sunset (15 July)
- About 20:32
- Daylight
- About 14.2 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, July 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 July
July has no major recurring festival in Fes, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in July
With intense heat, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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Castle · Bab Guissa and the northern hillside
Borj Nord
Combine it with the Marinid Tombs on the same walk; access to the interior varies.
- Time needed
- 30 minutes
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Views
Garden · Batha and Bab Bou Jeloud
Jnan Sbil Gardens
A historic royal garden between Fes el-Bali and Fes el-Jdid, restored in the 2010s, with palm and bamboo avenues, fountains, a lake and benches in the shade.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Kids
- Outdoors
- Nature
- Couples
Religious site · Andalusian Quarter
Andalusian Mosque
Cross the old riverbed from Place Seffarine to explore the quiet lanes of the Andalusian Quarter afterwards.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
Experience · Outside Bab Ftouh
Ain Nokbi potters' quarter
East of the medina, the potteries of Ain Nokbi produce the blue-and-white Fes ceramics and zellij tiles seen all over Morocco; workshops show the whole process, from throwing and glazing to hand-cutting tiles.
- Time needed
- 1–2 hours
- Cost
- Free
- Art
- Shopping
- Free
What to pack
For highs near 36°C, lows near 19°C and 0 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; comfortable walking shoes.
Is July 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 July a good time to visit Fes?
It is a quieter month with trade-offs. Very hot inland heat; sightsee early, rest in the riad at midday, and head out again after sunset.
+How warm is Fes in July?
Average highs are around 36°C (97°F) and lows around 19°C (66°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Fes in July?
Expect rain on about 0 days of the month, so it is usually dry.