Month guide · Fes · Morocco
Fes in October
What October is really like in Fes: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
Photo: Abdel Hassouni, CC BY-SA 4.0
Quick answer
October is one of the best months to visit Fes. Expect average highs of 26°C (79°F), lows of 13°C (55°F), about 6 rainy days and roughly 11.3 hours of daylight. Warm days and cool evenings; one of the best months for the medina and day trips.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 26°C (79°F) / 13°C (55°F)
- Rainy days
- About 6
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in October
October is the 6th-warmest month in Fes: days average 26°C (79°F) against a yearly average high of 25°C (77°F), and nights fall to about 13°C (55°F). Rain falls on roughly 6 of its 31 days. Compared with September (31°C (88°F)), October is cooler; by November highs drop to around 20°C (68°F).
- Sunrise (15 October)
- About 06:25
- Sunset (15 October)
- About 17:46
- Daylight
- About 11.3 hours
Autumn (September–November). Heat fades into comfortable weather by October, with occasional rain later.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, October rates 4 for crowds (the peak is April at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in April). Book accommodation early: October is one of the pricier months.
Events in October
October has no major recurring festival in Fes, which usually means easier bookings.
What to do in October
Mild, settled days suit walking, viewpoints and time outdoors.
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Street · Fes el-Bali
Place Seffarine
A small triangular square shaded by a fig tree where coppersmiths hammer pots, cauldrons and trays by hand, the sound echoing off the walls.
- Time needed
- 20 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Off the beaten path
- Photo spot
Religious site · Fes el-Bali
Zawiya of Moulay Idriss II
Note the wooden bar across the lane, which historically marked the sanctuary limit for animals and non-Muslims.
- Time needed
- 15 minutes
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- History
Neighbourhood · Fes el-Jdid and the Mellah
Mellah and Ibn Danan Synagogue
Created in the 15th century beside the Royal Palace, the Mellah was the Jewish quarter of Fes, recognisable by its houses with outward-facing wooden balconies.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Architecture
- Off the beaten path
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
What to pack
For highs near 26°C, lows near 13°C and 6 wet days: light layers for the day and a light jacket for the evening; comfortable walking shoes.
Is October a good time to visit Fes?
One of the best months to visit Fes. The other best months are March–May and November. Compare every month.
Fes in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is October a good time to visit Fes?
It is one of the best months to visit Fes. Warm days and cool evenings; one of the best months for the medina and day trips.
+How warm is Fes in October?
Average highs are around 26°C (79°F) and lows around 13°C (55°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Fes in October?
Expect rain on about 6 days of the month.