Important Things to Know
Currency
The local currency is the Moroccan Dirham (MAD).
National Languages
Moroccan Arabic (known as Darija) is the most common dialect, but the official languages are Standard Arabic and Standard Moroccan Berber.
Many Moroccans also speak French and Spanish. English is becoming more commonly used, especially in tourism hubs.
Time Zone
Morocco s time zone is set to Western European Summer Time (WEST) or UTC/GMT+1.
This applies all year round, except for the holy month of Ramadan. Clocks are turned back 1 hour from UTC+1 to UTC+0 during this time.
Rendering of the lobby at the Fairmont La Marina Rabat-Sale. (photo via Accor) (Photo Credit: (photo via Accor))
Climate And Weather
Most of Morocco enjoys a tropical, wet climate. Along the northern coast, the climate is Mediterranean. More extreme temperatures are experienced the further south you go.
The summer heat in the coastal cities ranges from 64 to 82 F. In the interior, temperatures often reach highs of 95 F and above and can exceed 104 F in the Sahara Desert.
Average winter temperatures in Morocco are usually 56 to 65 F. Winters are quite wet, with an inch and a half of rainfall in each winter month.
The Atlas mountains typically have enough snow for winter sports in January and February.
Dress Code
Islam is the state religion, and you may wonder about the dress code in Morocco. However, we discovered that it is one of the most liberal Muslim countries.
Travelers are free to wear western clothing although women s arms and legs are usually covered. Observe general societal norms and you ll be fine.
