Tangier
City in Morocco
Tangier is a city in northern Morocco with a population of about 1.3 million people. Located 216 km from Rabat, it offers travelers a mix of historical and natural sites.
What to see
The city features several notable landmarks. Visitors can explore the Caves of Hercules or visit the American Legation, Tangier. The Grand Mosque of Tangier is also a significant site. Other locations worth a look in the city include the Grand Socco, the Mendoub's Residence, and St Andrew's Church.
When to go
The weather is warmest from June through September, with daily highs reaching between 26 °C and 28 °C and very little rainfall. July and August are particularly dry. The cooler months from November to January see the most rain, with December experiencing up to 130 mm of precipitation.
Getting there
Tangier Ibn Battuta Airport is the nearest airport, located 11 km from the city. Travelers can reach Tangier from other major Moroccan cities such as Casablanca, Rabat, Fez, Marrakech, and Meknes.
Top sights in Tangier
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 29 °C. The wettest is December, with about 130 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 15 | 16 | 18 | 19 | 22 | 26 | 28 | 29 | 26 | 23 | 19 | 16 |
| Average low, °C | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 20 | 20 | 19 | 17 | 14 | 12 |
| Rainfall, mm | 90 | 79 | 71 | 52 | 30 | 7 | 2 | 3 | 24 | 74 | 117 | 130 |
| Rainy days | 8 | 7 | 10 | 7 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 3 | 8 | 9 | 8 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Tangier (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Grand Socco
- Mendoub's Residence
- St Andrew's Church, Tangier