December in one line: The “wettest” month, which in Agadir means about 4 rainy days. 22°C afternoons make it a winter-sun favourite, and Christmas to New Year is the busiest stretch.
Weather and sea in December
About 22°C in the afternoon and 10°C at night, with around 4 rainy days and just over 7 hours of sun a day. The sea is 17.8°C. Big winter swells.
| Afternoon high | Night low | Sea | Sunshine | Rainy days | Crowds | Surf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22.1°C | 10.1°C | 17.8°C | ~7.2 h/day | ~3.6 | High | Big (experienced) |
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 17.8°C, cool but swimmable on sunny afternoons; surfers still wear a wetsuit. Outside the summer season there are few or no lifeguards. Rip currents and holes form after winter storms; stay in your depth near other people, and never swim at night. Read the Agadir beaches guide before your first swim.
Surf: Big NW swells: point breaks for experienced surfers. See Taghazout surf lessons for schools, spots and prices.
Events and holidays
No Moroccan public holiday in December, but European Christmas and New Year holidays make the last ten days the busiest of the winter.
What to do in December
- Winter-sun beach walks and promenade cafés
- Surf trips for experienced riders; lessons for beginners on the sheltered beach breaks
- Flamingos in the estuaries
- A hammam on a grey day
Ideas for the days themselves: things to do in Agadir, the 3-day itinerary and, with children, Agadir with kids.
What to avoid
- Booking Christmas–New Year late
- Paradise Valley right after rain
- Assuming the sea is swimmable every day: 17.8°C and no lifeguards
Booking and packing
Book: Christmas and New Year: hotels and surf camps 1–2 months ahead. Early December: a week ahead is usually enough.
Pack: A warm layer and a jacket for evenings, a rain shell, sunscreen for the day.
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 December: frequently asked questions
Is December a good time to visit Agadir?
The “wettest” month, which in Agadir means about 4 rainy days. 22°C afternoons make it a winter-sun favourite, and Christmas to New Year is the busiest stretch. Compare all twelve months on our best time to visit Agadir page.
How warm is Agadir in December?
Average afternoon highs are around 22°C and night lows around 10°C, with about 4 rainy days and about 7.2 hours of sunshine a day (222 hours over the month). About 22°C in the afternoon and 10°C at night, with around 4 rainy days and just over 7 hours of sun a day. The sea is 17.8°C. Big winter swells.
Can you swim in the sea in Agadir in December?
The sea averages 17.8°C in December, which is cool but swimmable on sunny afternoons; surfers still wear a wetsuit. There are few or no lifeguards outside the summer season (about mid-June to mid-September), so stay in your depth on busy stretches and never swim at night. A black flag means swimming is prohibited. Today’s sea conditions are on our Agadir weather today page.
Is December good for surfing in Taghazout?
Big NW swells: point breaks for experienced surfers. 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 December?
A warm layer and a jacket for evenings, a rain shell, sunscreen for the day.
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