Rabat
Capital of Morocco
Rabat is the capital of Morocco and home to approximately 515,619 residents as of 2024. Visitors to the city come to see its historic landmarks, including the Kasbah of the Udayas, the Royal Palace of Rabat, the Mausoleum of Mohammed V, and the Chellah.
What to see
The city features several notable sites. You can visit the Kasbah of the Udayas and the historic ruins of the Chellah. Architectural landmarks include the Royal Palace of Rabat and the Mausoleum of Mohammed V. Other locations of interest in the city include the Museum of History and Civilizations, Rabat Zoo, and St. Peter's Cathedral, Rabat.
When to go
Rabat has a mild climate. The summer months from June through September are warm and dry, with daily highs ranging from 25 °C to 28 °C and very little rain. July and August are the warmest months. The winter months, particularly November and December, experience the most rain, with around 86 mm to 91 mm of precipitation. January and February are the coolest months, with daily highs of 16 °C to 17 °C and lows of 10 °C to 11 °C.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Rabat-Salé Airport, located 9 km from the city. Travelers can also reach other cities in Morocco, such as Marrakech, Meknes, Tangier, and Casablanca.
Top sights in Rabat
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 28 °C. The wettest is December, with about 91 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 16 | 17 | 19 | 20 | 22 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 26 | 24 | 20 | 18 |
| Average low, °C | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 20 | 17 | 14 | 12 |
| Rainfall, mm | 73 | 62 | 47 | 41 | 20 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 13 | 43 | 86 | 91 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 9 | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 7 | 7 | 7 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Rabat (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Museum of History and Civilizations
- Rabat Zoo
- St. Peter's Cathedral, Rabat