Packing for a trip to Morocco with weather and Culture in mind
When you visit Morocco, traveling in the city include nights, hiking through the mountains, excursions by camel in the desert and cultural excursions. As you pack for your holidays in Morocco, you will need to consider the activities you want to do, how your clothes will be collected from a cultural point of view and what season you travel.
Summer:
If you are traveling during the summer months, expect warmer temperatures and hiking trails clear of snow, but higher elevations will cool round the year. In many countries, it is common to pack shorts and a tank top, but do not do it for a trip to Morocco. Instead, wrap pants and shirts (machine works well) light but avoid wearing revealing clothing. Many Moroccans are Muslims, and expose too much flesh in shorts, short skirts, tank tops and is not appreciated, especially during daylight hours.
Women would be wise to dress in at least one knee pants or skirts until evening. In the evening, the nightlife of Morocco may justify a more flexible dress code, but it will depend on where you are going and how a cosmopolitan city. Also, take care to leave the local clothing to the local population. While some Moroccans are djellabas or hip-length tunics, those who live in the city tend to wear western-style clothes.
Autumn:
Fall in Morocco is still quite hot, although temperatures in the mountains begin to fall to 60 degrees Fahrenheit. During the day, a pair of pants and light shirt can be comfortable, but at night, you probably want a jacket when temperatures reach below 50 degrees. The density of the envelope will largely depend on where you plan to travel in the country.
In the desert, night temperatures can be much cooler than in the city. If you decide to go hiking in the mountains, a thicker layer is a good idea. When you choose your clothing, you may want to avoid white. The rainy season has not yet started, so dust in the desert and cities can get away with the wind. White may be cooler, but you will notice it is dirty rather quickly.
Winter:
Winter trip will be mostly confined to cultural tours and city, as most trekking trips are not possible because of the snow. During the winter months, heavy pants and shirts, or even layers of clothing will be more comfortable. Packing layers allow you to remove or add clothing as needed. Days in the desert is hot, but plan accordingly for cool evenings and nights in winter. It is also important to note that the country's rainy season starts in November. During the rainy season, it is better to have a full rain gear.
Spring:
Spring is one of the wettest seasons in Morocco. The rains of the country continue until the end of March, so pack a rain jacket and shoes that are comfortable when wet. An umbrella can be handy in the city, but they are heavy in the mountains. You should also expect cooler spring temperatures. Depending on where you visit, expect daytime temperatures between 55 and 79 degrees, and at night temperatures are between 38 and 57 degrees.
