Tangier weather by month is best planned with a current local forecast: the information here does not establish typical temperatures or rainfall for each month. If you’re choosing dates, also account for Morocco’s public holidays and possible Ramadan schedule changes, which can affect your plans in the city.
- Local forecast: Météo Maroc, Morocco’s National Meteorological Directorate, is among the useful travel apps identified by the Moroccan National Tourist Office.
- Public holidays: Morocco’s government ministry’s holiday schedule includes 17 paid public-holiday days, including national and religious occasions.
- Hotel: Appart Alia aparthotel rooms in Tangier.
How should you plan Tangier weather by month?
Use a local forecast for the specific dates you’re considering rather than relying on a month-by-month climate summary. Météo Maroc is the Moroccan National Meteorological Directorate; the Moroccan National Tourist Office includes it among useful travel apps. Check the forecast again close to departure if your plans depend on being outdoors.
For a trip that includes time on the shore, let the forecast help shape your beach plans. The Tangier beach guide covers choosing a shore for your visit.
Which public holidays can affect a Tangier visit?
Morocco’s public-holiday calendar combines fixed-date national holidays with religious holidays whose dates follow the Islamic calendar. The government ministry’s schedule assigns two days each to Eid al-Fitr, Eid al-Adha and the Prophet’s Birthday.
Fixed-date holidays include New Year’s Day on 1 January, the Independence Manifesto on 11 January and Amazigh New Year on 14 January.
Other dates are Labour Day on 1 May, Throne Day on 30 July, Oued Eddahab Allegiance Day on 14 August, Revolution of the King and the People Day on 20 August, Youth Day on 21 August, Green March Day on 6 November and Independence Day on 18 November.
If you’re planning around public offices, Morocco’s public administrations and territorial collectivities normally work Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 16:30. Local authorities may set different schedules, and hours may be adjusted during Ramadan. For a day built around city sights, a one-day Tangier itinerary can help shape the order of your stops.
What should you know about Ramadan and local schedules?
Ramadan may affect both local schedules and timekeeping. The Moroccan National Tourist Office says Morocco uses GMT+1 and switches to GMT during Ramadan; the change in time zone can matter when you’re coordinating plans.
For office visits, allow for the possibility of adjusted hours during Ramadan and check with the relevant local authority before setting out. Public offices normally work Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 16:30, but local schedules can differ.
What is useful to check before choosing dates?
Check a local forecast for your intended dates, then review the public-holiday calendar if you’ll need government services. Religious-holiday dates follow the Islamic calendar, so they don’t fall on the same fixed dates each year.
For recurring cultural context, Tanjazz was created in September 2000 and is held across venues in Tangier. Confirm current event dates and schedules with the organisers before arranging plans around a festival.
Check the official site before you go for current forecasts, holiday information and event details; for weather, use Météo Maroc, and for government schedules, consult the relevant Moroccan authority.
FAQs
Can I rely on a typical weather pattern for each month in Tangier?
Use a local forecast for your travel dates rather than assuming a particular month will have specific conditions. Météo Maroc is Morocco’s National Meteorological Directorate.
Do Moroccan public holidays have fixed dates?
Some do, including New Year’s Day on 1 January and Labour Day on 1 May. Religious holidays follow the Islamic calendar.
Can Ramadan affect plans in Tangier?
Yes. Public-office hours may be adjusted during Ramadan, and Morocco switches from GMT+1 to GMT during that period.