January 18 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Essaouira. With minimal rain risk (10%) and pleasant highs of 19°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Essaouira is very peaceful this time of year, perfect for a secluded and budget-friendly getaway.
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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 January 18
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 18.7°C. 10% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Essaouira in January
Based on historical data for January 18, Essaouira typically experiences temperatures between 10.5°C and 18.7°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (10% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Essaouira
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
18.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
10.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
18.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
10%
Avg 0.5mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
32%
Overcast
Pressure
1022 hPa
Medium volatility
Essaouira Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 160 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 240 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 400 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
13.5°C
Pleasant
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Morocco
Flight Traffic
Minimal
17/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~1
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Essaouira
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:39
☀️ Noon
13:50
🌇 Sunset
19:01
⏱️ Daylight
10h 22m
Wind Speed
22.7 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
9.0 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
72%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Essaouira
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
High pressure may reduce activity.
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 January 18 averages 18.7°C with a 10% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Essaouira Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
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Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Essaouira Worth Visiting on January 18?
Planning a trip to Essaouira on January 18? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 18.7°C with a 10% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 1 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 17.4°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 2.33m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 18 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.6°C in 2024, while the coldest dropped to 6.6°C in 2021.