August in one line: The warmest and busiest month: 27°C, sea above 20°C and Moroccan holidaymakers everywhere. Book early, swim only where lifeguards are on duty.
Weather and sea in August
Afternoons around 27°C, nights 19.5°C, almost no rain. The sea reaches 20.3°C. Hazy mornings, sunny afternoons, small waves.
| Afternoon high | Night low | Sea | Sunshine | Rainy days | Crowds | Surf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 27°C | 19.5°C | 20.3°C | ~8 h/day | ~0.3 | Peak | Small (beginners) |
Averages: air from NOAA 1991–2020 normals (Agadir-Inezgane), sea from a 10-year average. Real days vary; check today's weather and sea temperature before you go.
Swimming: the sea is 20.3°C, as warm as the Agadir sea gets: refreshing rather than warm. Lifeguards and police patrol the main beach from about mid-June to mid-September, 08:00–20:00. Swim in front of them, respect the flags (black means swimming is prohibited) and never swim at night. Read the Agadir beaches guide before your first swim.
Surf: Small, clean waves: beginner season. See Taghazout surf lessons for schools, spots and prices.
Events and holidays
Three public holidays: Oued Ed-Dahab Day (14 August), Revolution of the King and the People (20 August) and Youth Day (21 August). Mawlid (the Prophet’s birthday) is expected around 15 August 2027.
What to do in August
- Early beach sessions before the crowds arrive
- Boat and fishing trips in the morning, when the sea is calmer
- Crocoparc in summer: feeding shows happen up to 5 times a day
- Taghazout or Banana Point for a quieter beach and small waves
Ideas for the days themselves: things to do in Agadir, the 3-day itinerary and, with children, Agadir with kids.
What to avoid
- Paradise Valley in August: the busiest month there
- Night swimming: a cause of many drownings in Agadir
- Marrakech day trips in the heat
Booking and packing
Book: Hotels and transfers: book as early as you can. Water park: arrive at opening. Tours: 2–3 days ahead.
Pack: Swimwear, hat, high-factor sunscreen, a cover-up for town.
Arriving by plane? Our airport to the city guide has the taxi fares and the 50 MAD Aerobus. Check what things should cost on the fair prices page.
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Agadir in August: frequently asked questions
Is August a good time to visit Agadir?
The warmest and busiest month: 27°C, sea above 20°C and Moroccan holidaymakers everywhere. Book early, swim only where lifeguards are on duty. Compare all twelve months on our best time to visit Agadir page.
How warm is Agadir in August?
Average afternoon highs are around 27°C and night lows around 20°C, with almost no rain and about 8 hours of sunshine a day (248 hours over the month). Afternoons around 27°C, nights 19.5°C, almost no rain. The sea reaches 20.3°C. Hazy mornings, sunny afternoons, small waves.
Can you swim in the sea in Agadir in August?
The sea averages 20.3°C in August, which is as warm as the Agadir sea gets: refreshing rather than warm. Lifeguards patrol the main beach in summer (about mid-June to mid-September, 08:00–20:00): swim only in front of them and never at night. A black flag means swimming is prohibited. Today’s sea conditions are on our Agadir weather today page.
Is August good for surfing in Taghazout?
Small, clean waves: beginner season. Beginners do best from April to October, when waves are smaller; the big northwest swells run from October/November to March. A 2–2.5 h group lesson with board and wetsuit costs 250–450 MAD. More on our Taghazout surf lessons guide.
What should I pack for Agadir in August?
Swimwear, hat, high-factor sunscreen, a cover-up for town.
More Agadir guides
Agadir Oufella Kasbah
Crocoparc
Paradise Valley
Souk El Had
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