Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Fes in January
This is the coldest month in Fes: highs average 61°F (16°C) and lows 42°F (6°C), with about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain.
It scores 81/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 61°F (16°C)
- Avg low
- 42°F (6°C)
- Rain
- 3.7 in (95 mm)
- Humidity
- 71%
- Cloud cover
- 51%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 58 min
- Comfort score
- 81/100 · Great
What January feels like
Days are mild at around 61°F (16°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Nights cool to an average low of 42°F (6°C).
Some rain is likely, about 3.7 in (95 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around January
January is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (February – May, October and December).
- Inside the wettest three-month stretch, November – January.
- Comfort slips from 86/100 in December to 81/100.
- Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 42°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Fes in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
The Ruined Garden
Garden restaurant in a ruined riad serving Moroccan street food and slow-cooked dishes.
Why now January scores 81/100 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 61°F and 3.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Chouara Tannery
Medieval tannery with stone dye vats, viewed from leather-shop terraces.
Al-Qarawiyyin Mosque
Founded in 859 and among the world's oldest universities; non-Muslims view from the doors.
Café Clock
Multi-level cafe in a medina house, known for camel burgers and cultural events.
Nearby in January
- Ronda in January~189 mi · highs 52°F, 2.4 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, drier
- Merzouga in January~211 mi · highs 63°F, 0.3 in rain · 1°C (2°F) warmer by day, drier
- Granada in January~232 mi · highs 54°F, 1.6 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, drier
- Marrakech in January~239 mi · highs 66°F, 1.4 in rain · 3°C (5°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 January: quick answers
Is January a good time to visit Fes?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 81/100 against a best of 91 in February – May, October and December. Expect highs of 61°F (16°C) and 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain. Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Fes in January?
Average highs are 61°F (16°C) and average lows 42°F (6°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Fes in January?
Some: about 3.7 in (95 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 2nd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.1 in (714 mm).
What should I pack for Fes in January?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 42°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Fes in January?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.