February in one line: Mild and sunny with the coldest sea of the year (16.6°C). Ramadan 2027 is expected to start around 8 February, which shortens some opening hours for the rest of the month.
Weather and sea in February
About 22°C in the afternoon, 10°C at night and roughly 3 rainy days. Around 8 hours of sun a day. The sea bottoms out at 16.6°C, and winter swells keep the point breaks north of Agadir firing.
| Afternoon high | Night low | Sea | Sunshine | Rainy days | Crowds | Surf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22°C | 10.1°C | 16.6°C | ~8 h/day | ~2.7 | Medium | 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 16.6°C, cold for most swimmers: short dips only, and a wetsuit for surfing. 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
Ramadan 2027 is forecast to begin around 8 February (the exact day depends on the moon sighting). During Ramadan the kasbah enclosure closes at 16:30, Crocoparc at 17:00, and souk hours shift later in the day. Evenings after sunset are lively.
What to do in February
- Surf lessons for intermediates and surf-watching at the Taghazout points
- The kasbah in the morning, before Ramadan hours cut the afternoon short
- Long promenade walks and a hammam on the cooler days
- Taroudant’s ramparts and souks, comfortable in winter temperatures
Ideas for the days themselves: things to do in Agadir, the 3-day itinerary and, with children, Agadir with kids.
What to avoid
- Late-afternoon kasbah visits once Ramadan starts (closes 16:30)
- Eating, drinking or smoking in the street in daytime during Ramadan: be discreet
- Paradise Valley after heavy rain (flash floods, damaged road)
Booking and packing
Book: European half-term weeks fill winter-sun hotels and surf camps: book 2–4 weeks ahead. Everything else can be booked the day before or paid at the gate.
Pack: Layers: T-shirt in the sun, fleece in the evening. A wetsuit for surfing, and clothes covering shoulders and knees for town during Ramadan.
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 February: frequently asked questions
Is February a good time to visit Agadir?
Mild and sunny with the coldest sea of the year (16.6°C). Ramadan 2027 is expected to start around 8 February, which shortens some opening hours for the rest of the month. Compare all twelve months on our best time to visit Agadir page.
How warm is Agadir in February?
Average afternoon highs are around 22°C and night lows around 10°C, with about 3 rainy days and about 8 hours of sunshine a day (225 hours over the month). About 22°C in the afternoon, 10°C at night and roughly 3 rainy days. Around 8 hours of sun a day. The sea bottoms out at 16.6°C, and winter swells keep the point breaks north of Agadir firing.
Can you swim in the sea in Agadir in February?
The sea averages 16.6°C in February, which is cold for most swimmers: short dips only, and a wetsuit for surfing. 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 February 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 February?
Layers: T-shirt in the sun, fleece in the evening. A wetsuit for surfing, and clothes covering shoulders and knees for town during Ramadan.
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