Early winter · Weather & things to do
Fes in December
Fes cools off: highs slip to 64°F (18°C), from 69°F in November, with lows of 44°F (7°C) and about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain.
December opens the best stretch on our comfort score, at 86/100 (6th of 12).
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 44°F (7°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (94 mm)
- Humidity
- 70%
- Cloud cover
- 49%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 45 min
- Comfort score
- 86/100 · Great
What December feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 64°F (18°C), good for long walks.
Lows average 44°F (7°C).
Showers are part of the month, adding up to about 3.7 in (94 mm).
Plan around December
December is one of Fes's best months on the climate data.
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Opens the best-scoring stretch on our comfort score: February – May, October and December.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by January, the score drops to 81/100.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 45 min of daylight.
- Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 44°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaabout 3.7 in of rain
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Fes in December
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Bou Inania Madrasa
Marinid madrasa with carved stucco and cedar and a working minaret.
Nejjarine Museum of Wooden Arts and Crafts
Restored fondouk with carved cedar work and a rooftop cafe.
The Ruined Garden
Garden restaurant in a ruined riad serving Moroccan street food and slow-cooked dishes.
Why now December scores 86/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Jnan Sbil Gardens
Restored royal gardens with fountains and shade between the medina and Fes el-Jdid.
Why now Highs near 64°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Café Clock
Multi-level cafe in a medina house, known for camel burgers and cultural events.
Nearby in December
- Ronda in December~189 mi · highs 53°F, 3.2 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Merzouga in December~211 mi · highs 64°F, 0.2 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, drier
- Granada in December~232 mi · highs 55°F, 2.1 in rain · 5°C (8°F) cooler by day, drier
- Marrakech in December~239 mi · highs 68°F, 1.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~575 m to Fes's ~426 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Fes in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Fes?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 86/100. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain. Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Fes in December?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 44°F (7°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Fes in December?
Some: about 3.7 in (94 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.1 in (714 mm).
What should I pack for Fes in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 44°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (about 3.7 in of rain) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Fes in December?
Share this December plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.