August 16 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Essaouira. With minimal rain risk (0%) and pleasant highs of 27°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. You'll find plenty of company in Essaouira this month as tourism activity remains quite robust.
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Essential Travel Info for Essaouira
Currency
MAD
د.م. Moroccan dirham
Language
Arabic
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Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.969
Essaouira Weather Forecast for August 16
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.1°C. 0% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Essaouira in August
Based on historical data for August 16, Essaouira typically experiences temperatures between 20.1°C and 27.1°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (0% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Essaouira
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
27.1°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
20.1°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
29.5°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
0%
Avg 0mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
14%
Clear sky
Pressure
1013.7 hPa
Low volatility
Essaouira Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 96% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
07:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 12 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 18 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 30 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
22.3°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
29.5°C
Feels hotter
😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Morocco
Flight Traffic
Busy
67/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~4
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Essaouira
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
07:06
☀️ Noon
13:44
🌇 Sunset
20:23
⏱️ Daylight
13h 17m
Wind Speed
29.1 km/h
Fresh breeze
Sunshine
12.1 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Essaouira
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Essaouira on August 16 averages 27.1°C with a 0% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 96/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Essaouira Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
August 9
27.4°C • 1% rain
Score
97
August 10
27.7°C • 1% rain
Score
97
August 11
27.8°C • 0% rain
Score
97
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📍 Is Essaouira Worth Visiting on August 16?
Planning a trip to Essaouira on August 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27.1°C with a 0% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 4 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Morocco, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 18.7°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.84m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 30.7°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 18.3°C in 2024.