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Weather & Climate in Fes, Morocco
Temperature, precipitation, air quality, natural hazards, and monthly weather data.
Fes enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 50°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 296 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 22.0 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 1,332 feet.
Temperature
50°F Jan (10°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.2°F |
| 19% above US avg | |
| January Average | 50°F (10°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
| Sunny Days | 296 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,332 ft (406 m) |
| Area | 123.6 sq mi (320.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 9,647/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.0331°N, 5.0003°W |
| Timezone | Africa/Casablanca |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Earthquake History
414 earthquakes (M2.5+) recorded within 150 km since 1990. Strongest on record: M5.1.
| Feb 10, 2025 | 25 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco | M5.1 | 120 km | 30 km |
| Mar 7, 2004 | 18 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M5.1 | 143 km | 0 km |
| Jan 7, 2023 | Morocco | M4.9 | 147 km | 10 km |
| Mar 12, 2004 | 25 km E of Targuist, Morocco | M4.7 | 133 km | 0 km |
| Oct 20, 1998 | 24 km WSW of Midar, Morocco | M4.7 | 144 km | 10 km |
| Aug 11, 2007 | 15 km SSE of Aïn Leuh, Morocco | M4.7 | 98 km | 10 km |
| Feb 24, 2004 | 37 km SE of Targuist, Morocco | M4.7 | 113 km | 17 km |
| Sep 27, 2000 | 37 km NNW of Fès al Bali, Morocco | M4.6 | 40 km | 10 km |
| Mar 11, 2014 | 16 km NNE of Fès al Bali, Morocco | M4.6 | 22 km | 10 km |
| Jun 28, 2001 | 17 km SSE of Kenitra, Morocco | M4.6 | 140 km | 23 km |
| Apr 6, 2004 | 23 km NE of Targuist, Morocco | M4.5 | 140 km | 0 km |
| Oct 15, 2024 | 22 km SE of Aïn Leuh, Morocco | M4.5 | 97 km | 10 km |
| Mar 15, 2004 | 23 km E of Targuist, Morocco | M4.5 | 130 km | 0 km |
| Jan 30, 2006 | 15 km WSW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M4.5 | 147 km | 0 km |
| Jan 21, 2010 | 6 km N of Ouezzane, Morocco | M4.5 | 105 km | 10 km |
| Aug 14, 2004 | 26 km S of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M4.5 | 138 km | 0 km |
| Jul 1, 2020 | 34 km WSW of Taounate, Morocco | M4.5 | 39 km | 10 km |
| Apr 4, 2023 | 13 km SW of Bni Bouayach, Morocco | M4.5 | 147 km | 15 km |
| Jun 23, 2007 | 4 km NNE of Sidi Qacem, Morocco | M4.4 | 68 km | 6 km |
| Mar 15, 2004 | 22 km NNE of Targuist, Morocco | M4.4 | 141 km | 11 km |
Source: USGS Earthquake Catalog (M2.5+, 1990-2025). Sorted by magnitude.
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 50°F (10°C) | 2.6 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (12°C) | 2.8 in | |
| March | 57°F (14°C) | 3.0 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 2.5 in | |
| May | 66°F (19°C) | 1.7 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.5 in | |
| July | 80°F (27°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest, Driest |
| August | 80°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.5 in | |
| October | 66°F (19°C) | 2.0 in | |
| November | 58°F (15°C) | 2.9 in | |
| December | 52°F (11°C) | 3.5 in | Wettest |
Fes has a seasonal temperature swing of 30°F / from 50°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 22.0 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.5") and July the driest (0.0").