Weather in Morocco in July

Coastal and higher-altitude areas tend to be easier in July, where sea breezes and elevation take the edge off the summer heat.

• Essaouira: For a cooler corner of Corfu in July, head to the north-east of the island, where the mountain air of Pelekas's wooded hinterland is not the answer here, so instead consider Paleokastritsa. Its sheltered coves and dramatic cliffs catch a gentle sea breeze through the hottest weeks of summer, and the surrounding hills keep temperatures noticeably softer than the flatter southern beaches. Mornings are fresh enough for a walk to the monastery, and evenings bring a welcome drop in heat for dining by the water. It is exactly the brief our Morocco Family Holidays deals are built around.
• Chefchaouen: Chefchaouen sits in the Rif Mountains of northern Morocco, where its elevation tends to keep July days considerably cooler than the plains. The blue-painted medina is compact and best explored on foot, with shaded lanes that feel pleasant even in summer. Evenings are typically cool enough for comfortable walking. We would recommend it for slower travellers who prefer mountain air to the coast. It is exactly the brief our Cheap Morocco Holidays deals are built around.
• Ifrane: Ifrane is a small town in the Middle Atlas, set at a higher altitude where July is typically cooler and fresher than most of the country. Its Alpine-style architecture and forested surroundings offer a noticeably different feel from the plains. Summer days are comfortable for walking and short excursions. We would suggest it as a quieter, cooler alternative for July travellers seeking respite from the heat.
• Tafraoute: Tafraoute is a mountain town in the Anti-Atlas, where July days are typically warm but more moderate than in the lowland cities. The surrounding valleys and painted boulders are best enjoyed in the early morning or late afternoon. Accommodation is simpler than in the big cities, so planning matters. We would choose it for walkers who want quieter landscapes in summer.
• Asilah: Asilah is a whitewashed fortified town on the Atlantic coast of northern Morocco, a short distance from the country's northern gateway city, where July conditions are usually milder thanks to the ocean. The medina is compact and the streets are shaded in parts, which makes walking more comfortable. Its beaches are calmer than some stretches further south. We would recommend it for travellers wanting a gentle coastal break in July. It is exactly the brief our Morocco Beach Holidays deals are built around.