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Winter in Morocco — Oukaïmeden Ski and Warm Cities

· 26.07.2026
Morocco has 2 winter faces: mild sunny coast (Marrakesh 20°C, sun) + snowy Atlas (Oukaïmeden 2600m, minus). **Ski** **Oukaïmeden** — highest ski resort in North Africa (3273m top). Season Jan-March. 1 chairlift + 6 T-bars, 20 km slopes, all levels. Day pass 15 EUR. 1h30 drive from Marrakesh. **Rentals**: 15 EUR skis+boots+poles. No snowmaking — good only after snowfall (check webcam before drive). **Michlifen (Ifrane)** — smaller resort, closer to Fes. **Warm winter** **Marrakesh Dec-Feb**: 18-20°C day, 8°C night. Perfect for medina exploration without crowds. **Essaouira**: windy, wear jacket. Empty beaches. **Sahara**: hot day 20°C, cold night 0°C or below. Bring thermals, wool socks. Blue starry skies clearest. **Chefchaouen**: cold, 5-10°C day. But quiet, atmospheric. **Prices**: low season, hotels 40% off summer rates. Book directly.

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