March in one line: Spring arrives: 23°C, longer days and the start of the best nature season. Ramadan ends around 9 March 2027 and Eid al-Fitr follows around 10–11 March.
Weather and sea in March
Afternoons around 23°C, nights 12°C, about 3 rainy days and close to 9 hours of sun a day. The sea is still cool (17°C). Big Atlantic swells continue through the month.
| Afternoon high | Night low | Sea | Sunshine | Rainy days | Crowds | Surf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23.4°C | 12.3°C | 16.9°C | ~8.6 h/day | ~3.2 | 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 16.9°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 expected to end around 9 March, with Eid al-Fitr around 10–11 March, when many shops close for a day or two. Flamingo migration peaks in March and April at the Souss and Massa estuaries.
What to do in March
- Souss-Massa National Park: flamingos, birds and the bald ibis in the best season (March–May)
- Paradise Valley in its best season, arriving before 10:00
- Agadir Oufella kasbah and cable car in clear spring light
- The last of the big surf season at the Taghazout points
Ideas for the days themselves: things to do in Agadir, the 3-day itinerary and, with children, Agadir with kids.
What to avoid
- Arriving on Eid itself expecting the souk to be in full swing
- Swimming away from busy, supervised stretches: no lifeguards until mid-June
Booking and packing
Book: Paradise Valley and Souss-Massa tours: a day or two ahead. If your dates fall in the European Easter holidays, book hotels a month or more ahead.
Pack: Light layers, a windbreaker for the kasbah hill, walking shoes with grip for Paradise Valley, binoculars for the birds.
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 March: frequently asked questions
Is March a good time to visit Agadir?
Spring arrives: 23°C, longer days and the start of the best nature season. Ramadan ends around 9 March 2027 and Eid al-Fitr follows around 10–11 March. Compare all twelve months on our best time to visit Agadir page.
How warm is Agadir in March?
Average afternoon highs are around 23°C and night lows around 12°C, with about 3 rainy days and about 8.6 hours of sunshine a day (267 hours over the month). Afternoons around 23°C, nights 12°C, about 3 rainy days and close to 9 hours of sun a day. The sea is still cool (17°C). Big Atlantic swells continue through the month.
Can you swim in the sea in Agadir in March?
The sea averages 16.9°C in March, 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 March 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 March?
Light layers, a windbreaker for the kasbah hill, walking shoes with grip for Paradise Valley, binoculars for the birds.
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