The best time to visit Morocco
Morocco is a great destination to visit all year round, but the summer months of July and August can get incredibly hot during the day!
In terms of climate, this is an incredibly diverse country that offers unique landscapes at any time of the year. Yes, July and August can be hot, but then again, they are also the least crowded months. The same is true for January, which is Morocco’s wettest month, but also has far fewer tourists.
The most pleasant weather occurs in spring, in March and April, and in autumn, September and
October.
I actually visited during Ramadan and I really enjoyed it. Many of the vendors in the open-air market were too tired or hungry to even bother haggling with us. They left us alone, which is something I heard from other women, and it was a big problem for them.
Most restaurants are open all day, so as a tourist you won’t feel any inconvenience. The only thing that is sometimes “a little” annoying is that dinner is only served in the evening after sunset.
What happens when you go to Morocco
Language – Morocco is a true melting pot of languages. The most common language is Arabic, but French and English are also widely spoken. In the north, you will also find many people who speak Spanish as well.
Currency – The official currency of Morocco is the dirham.
Credit cards and ATMs – Many retailers and restaurants accept credit cards for payment, however, in souks and small stores you will need cash. ATMs are available in major cities.
Safety – This is probably one of the most frequently asked questions: Is it safe for women to travel to Morocco? The answer is yes, it is!
Plugs – Most plugs in Morocco are type C and type E. The standard voltage is 220 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz.
Delicious breakfast at Palais Amani
Tips for your first visit to Morocco
Don’t drink tap water – make sure you only drink bottled water to avoid getting sick.
Dress code – Morocco is a fairly conservative country, so be sure not to wear anything too revealing. I usually stick to flowy mid-length dresses and maxi skirts with All Stars or sandals.
Shhhh – it will happen, you can be sure. The best thing to do is to not make eye contact and just keep walking. They’ll keep following you for a while, but eventually they’ll stop.
Scams – There are a lot of tourist scams out there, but most of them happen in Marrakech or the souks in Fes. People expect you to pay them for everything. A very typical scam is that if you seem a little lost, someone will tell you which way to go and will end up asking you for money. We also had one where they tried to charge us double at a restaurant because it was Ramadan and the income was low …… can safely say none of this worked for us, but the more you know about it before the better.
Moroccan police – safe to say they are not my friends! Every time we drove to a different city we were pulled over at least 5 times a day. Until it gets so ridiculous. But it’s a very common thing. Moroccans drive like maniacs on their own, but they will pull tourists over and they will try to convince you that you are breaking traffic rules. Don’t fall for it and don’t give them money
