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Casablanca in January: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Casablanca in January will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Casablanca, based on historical data.
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January

Weather in Casablanca in January 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☁️
Cloudy
🌊
Fresh water
Planning a trip to Casablanca in January? You are in luck! The weather is generally good, with an average maximum temperature of +17°C and approximately 9 sunny days. Just be prepared for some rain, as there are usually around 9 rainy days and 42 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • January is usually the coldest month of the year in Casablanca;

Average weather

☀️
+17°C
Avg. max. temperature
+1°C
Min.
+29°C
Max.
42 mm
Total precipitation
80%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
12 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Casablanca has good weather in January.

Average temperature in Casablanca in January

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Casablanca for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +24°C during the day to a minimum of +1°C during the night, the temperature in January averages around +18°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 26% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +24°C to +18°C.

Is Casablanca warm or cold in January?

Casablanca is typically mild in January.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +18°C to +17°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +12°C to +10°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

January is the coldest month in Casablanca, here is the comparison with other months:

Water temperature in Casablanca in January

Water in Casablanca in January is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +18°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +17°C.

The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Casablanca are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +23°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +17°C.

Can you swim in Casablanca in January?

Water temperature (+18°C) in Casablanca in January might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Casablanca in January

Casablanca weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
DecemberJanuaryFebruary
Avg. temperature
+18°C+17°C+17°C
Min. temperature
+4°C+1°C+1°C
Max. temperature
+28°C+29°C+28°C
Rainfall
41 mm42 mm38 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+18°C+18°C+17°C
Humidity
80%80%79%
Air pressure
1020 HPa1021 HPa1019 HPa
Sunny days
1097
Cloudy days
111212
Rainy days
999
Snowy days
000

January weather is still as good as in December. It’s getting colder in January. From +18°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +17°C. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 41 mm to 42 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 80%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 2 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 10 sunny days in December to 9 in January.

Next month (February) brings a further decline in the weather.

Wind

Wind speed in Casablanca in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Casablanca is gradually increasing during January, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Casablanca based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 10% chance of rain on an average day in January, with total rainfall of approximately 10 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. Casablanca is amazing in January with as little as 3 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
January is one of the rainiest months in Casablanca, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Casablanca wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 50 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last January in Casablanca?

This is the weather in Casablanca in January 2023:
1 January
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+24°C
2 January
☀️
+21°C
3 January
☁️
+18°C
4 January
☀️
+19°C
5 January
☀️
+20°C
6 January
☁️
+19°C
7 January
☁️
+21°C
8 January
☀️
+21°C
9 January
☁️
+20°C
10 January
☀️
+19°C
11 January
☁️
+19°C
12 January
☁️
+18°C
13 January
☀️
+19°C
14 January
☀️
+18°C
15 January
☁️
+18°C
16 January
☁️
+17°C
17 January
☁️
+17°C
18 January
🌧️
+16°C
19 January
☁️
+16°C
20 January
☁️
+17°C
21 January
☁️
+18°C
22 January
☁️
+18°C
23 January
☀️
+16°C
24 January
☁️
+15°C
25 January
☁️
+14°C
26 January
☀️
+16°C
27 January
🌧️
+15°C
28 January
☁️
+14°C
29 January
☀️
+14°C
30 January
☀️
+16°C
31 January
☁️
+18°C
In January 2023 Casablanca had 12 sunny days, 17 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +18°C, with an absolute maximum of +24°C and a minimum of +14°C. The average humidity was 72%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 5 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Casablanca climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Casablanca in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+21°C) and the highest in 2023 (+23°C). The driest year was 2023 with only 115 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 653 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Casablanca in January:

Is January a good time to visit Casablanca?

January is a really good time to go to Casablanca. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Casablanca.

Can you sunbathe in Casablanca in January?

January has mild temperatures in Casablanca. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Casablanca in January?

In general, you can swim in Casablanca in January, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +18°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Casablanca rainy in January?

Casablanca is usually dry in January. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Casablanca in January?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Casablanca in January, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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Monthly weather in Casablanca

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Casablanca, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.