Marrakech Travel Risk — Moderate Risk (42/100)
Is Marrakech safe right now? Checked 16 October 2026
Marrakech scores 42/100 on our travel risk index (Moderate). The US State Department rates Morocco Level 2 (Exercise Increased Caution, updated 4 Sep 2026); the UK has no advice against travel; Canada says: exercise a high degree of caution (with regional advisories). No GDACS or USGS hazard events within 100 km in the last 14 days. No change in government advice in the last 7 days.
Political instability (score 20)
Government advisory (score 45)
September 27, 2026
Marrakech, Morocco has a current Travel Risk Calculator composite score of 42 out of 100 (moderate risk tier); the highest-rated risk category is government advisory at 45/100; the lowest-rated category is political instability at 20/100; last updated September 27, 2026. For official nationwide security advisories, entry requirements, and health notices, see the Morocco travel risk page. Real-time conditions below include live weather, official advisory levels, GDACS disaster alerts, and current news.
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Marrakech currently sits at 42/100 on our composite travel-risk index, which puts it in the moderate-risk tier. Most travelers will be fine with normal precautions, but a few categories below score high enough that planning matters. The highest-rated risk category for Marrakech is government advisory (45/100), and the lowest is political instability (20/100). This page was last updated on September 27, 2026; the baseline category scores reflect analytical indicators, layered with live conditions throughout the day. Live conditions — weather and air quality every 30 minutes, US State Department advisory every 6 hours, GDACS disaster alerts every 30 minutes, CDC health notices every 12 hours, and news every hour — are cached at the source and refreshed automatically when stale.
Driven by: security (55/100) and natural hazards (43/100).
A score of 42 is higher than the scores of 54% of the 241 countries we cover.
AI safety snapshot · refreshed Oct 16, 2026
Marrakech, Morocco carries a moderate baseline safety risk with a composite score of 42 out of 100 as of October 16, 2026. The U.S. State Department maintains a Level 2 advisory for the area, and travelers should also note the CDC's Level 1 global dengue health notice.
AI-summarized strictly from the live public-source data below (US State Dept advisory, GDACS, CDC, Google News). Auto-refreshed at most once per day on the first visit. Not official advice.
Live conditions last refreshed: Oct 16, 2026 03:37 UTC
What should I do now?
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- Government advisory (score 45/100): Read your country's current official advisory within 7 days of travel. Register with your embassy on arrival if available.
- Transport safety (score 40/100): Use the safest available transit. For high-risk routes, prefer reputable carriers and avoid late-night driving.
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Day vs Night Safety in Marrakech
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
Daytime conditions are generally secure along major corridors and commercial districts. Keep bags zipped and avoid displaying high-value items openly.
Risk levels elevate noticeably after dark outside main central zones. Avoid walking alone through unlit parks, alleys, or quiet transit stations; favor pre-booked door-to-door transport.
Safety by Traveler Type in Marrakech
Guidance based on our scores and official advice — not a measured score.
Business travelers
Digital/money risk is elevated. Avoid public Wi-Fi for sensitive work, use a VPN, watch for card-skimming at ATMs, and carry minimal cash.
No group-specific warning is triggered in Marrakech for solo travelers (Crime 35/100 · Transport 40/100), women traveling solo (Crime 35/100), families with children (Health 30/100 · Natural disaster 20/100), older travelers (Health 30/100 · Transport 40/100) and lgbtq+ travelers (Advisory 45/100 · Political 20/100): these scores sit in the low-to-moderate range, so standard precautions apply. Local laws affecting LGBTQ+ travelers and gender-specific incident rates are not captured in our scores; check your government's travel guidance.
Score layers
Safety categories
Source: Grounded open data research & citations
Quick facts
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Airport risk | low |
| Road safety | medium |
| Public transport | medium |
| Tourist scam risk | high |
| Night safety | medium |
| Last updated | September 27, 2026 |
Live conditions in Marrakech
Real-time data refreshed from public sources — weather and air quality from Open-Meteo, official advisory from the US State Department, disaster alerts from GDACS, health notices from the CDC, news from Google News. For an AI-synthesized briefing tailored to your specific trip, run a personalized assessment.
Official travel advisory
Level 2 · Exercise Increased Caution
Morocco - Level 2: Exercise Increased Caution
Read full advisory → · US Department of State
Natural hazard calendar & history
5-Year Hazard Calendar (100 km Radius)
| Hazard | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Floods | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | 1 | — | — | — |
| Earthquakes (M5.5+) | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | — |
Most flood events within 100 km of Marrakech happened in July and September (2 of 2 in five years).
Source: GDACS, USGS; five years to October 2026.
Significant Earthquakes (USGS M5.5+ within 150 km)
1 major seismic event recorded within 150 km over the past 5 years.
- Largest: M6.8 on 8 Sep 2023 (73 km away) — USGS details
For consular advice on women's safety, LGBT+ travel, and local laws, see the Morocco travel advice & laws.
Check the official entry requirements for your nationality before you travel. See the Morocco entry requirements.
Health notices
Health Notices for this Destination
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Level 1 - Global Dengue WATCH · 2026-10-02
Dengue is a year-round risk in many parts of the world, with outbreaks commonly occurring every 2–5 years. Travelers to risk areas should prevent mosquito bites. Country List : Colombia, Vietnam, Maldives, Bolivia, Cambodia, Kenya, Malaysia, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Costa Rica, Mar
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Level 2 - Global Polio ALERT · 2026-09-23
Some international destinations have circulating poliovirus. Before any international travel, make sure you are up to date on your polio vaccines. Country List : Afghanistan, Algeria, Benin, Cameroon, Chad, Côte d'Ivoire (Ivory Coast), Democratic Republic of the Congo, Niger, Nig
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Level 1 - Global Measles WATCH · 2025-05-28
Measles cases are rising in many countries around the world. All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, according to CDC's measles vaccination recommendations for international travel. Country List : Afghan
Source: CDC Travelers’ Health · fetched 2026-10-15 19:24:31 UTC
1991–2020 climate normals
Seasonal risk & best time to visit Marrakech
The most weather-stable two-month window for Marrakech is April–May, when typical daily temperatures run from about 10°C to 26°C and monthly rain averages 26 mm.
Seasonal planning flags include extreme heat in July–August. These are climate patterns, not forecasts.
Climate normals are planning context, not a short-range forecast. Source: Open-Meteo Climate API. Refreshed Sep 10, 2026.
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Practical safety map
Safety infrastructure nearby in Marrakech
Marrakech has 10 hospitals, 10 police stations, 1 embassies, 10 pharmacies and 1 fire stations within 7 km of the city center in the latest OpenStreetMap extract.
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Facility list (works without JavaScript)
- Hospital: Antaki Hospital
- Hospital: Clinique Internationale de Marrakech
- Hospital: Clinique Nakhil مصحة النخيل
- Hospital: Croissant Rouge Maroccaine
- Hospital: Hopital Militaire Avicenne
- Hospital: Hôpital Riad Al Mokha
- Hospital: Hospital Ibn Tufayl
- Hospital: Hospital Ibn Zohr
- Hospital: Polyclinique du Sud
- Hospital: Polyclinique les Narcisses
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Unnamed police
- Police: Commissariat du 4eme arrondissement
- Police: Grands Taxis
- Police: Police
- Police: Police: Brigade Touristique
- Police: Préfecture de Police
- Police: Sûreté Nationale
- Embassy: Résidence du Consul de France
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Al Atlas صيدلية الأطلس
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie de Gueliz صيدلية جيليز
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Du Kawkab صيدلية الكوكب
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Eddafali صيدلية الدفالي
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie El Harti صيدلية الحارثي
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Et Laboratoire La Libérte صيدلية و مختبر الحرية
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie L'Hivernage صيدلية الشتاء
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie L'Opera صيدلية الأوبرا
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie l'Unité صيدلية الوحدة
- Pharmacy: Pharmacie Mansoura صيدلية منصورة
- Fire station: Caserne de Pompier
Map and facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors. Locations can be incomplete or outdated; confirm before relying on them. See this destination’s numbers or browse emergency numbers by country.
Emergency numbers (Morocco)
| Police | 19 |
|---|---|
| Ambulance | 15 |
| Fire | 15 |
| General | 112 |
See nearby hospitals, police, pharmacies, embassies, and fire stations on the safety map.
Essential local emergency phrases
Show this screen to first responders, hotel staff, or passersby if you cannot speak the local language during an emergency.
Medical access
| Hospital access | medium |
|---|---|
| Pharmacy access | medium |
| Emergency response | medium |
| English-speaking care | unknown |
| Evacuation complexity | high |
Comprehensive travel insurance that includes provisions for medical evacuation by air is strongly recommended for travelers visiting Morocco.
Common scam patterns
- Financial and Credit Card Fraud. Travelers face risks including double-charging of credit cards and various forms of commercial and internet fraud. Criminals may also attempt to replace your purchased goods with lower-quality ones. Tip: Carefully check all goods when making purchases and monitor your credit card transactions closely.
- Extortion and Fake Guides. Makeshift or unauthorized guides may target tourists in the ancient city, using threats or cornering visitors to demand money. These individuals can also be involved in fraud and public drunkenness. Tip: Avoid utilizing unverified or makeshift guides when navigating unfamiliar streets.
Area notes
- Medina. The historic old city contains popular attractions like Jemaa el-Fnaa and Bahia Palace, but requires alertness against scams and theft.
- Mellah. The historic neighborhood features winding streets where tourists have experienced attempted thefts while navigating to their accommodations.
Nearest embassies & consulates
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| When | Score change | Tier | Reason / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | 0 → 0 | unknown | Data update Grounded open data research & citations |
| Sep 27, 2026 | 34 → 42 | moderate | Method change (scoring v2) scoring v2 |
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Transparency & Sources
We document the baseline sources, coverage scope, and data inputs for this destination below.
Sources used
- SimpleMaps World Cities (CC BY 4.0): Coordinates, region, population for Marrakech
- Travel Risk Calculator score (method v2): Security, crime and scams, health, natural hazards and current alerts for Marrakech, from US, UK and Canadian advisories, INFORM, World Bank, UCDP, CDC, GDACS, USGS and OpenStreetMap
- Editorial baseline (Travel Risk Calculator): City-level threat scoring across 9 categories (crime, health, advisory, political, disaster, transport, environmental, digital security, money safety)
Live data overlays on this page refresh asynchronously on the source cadences shown above. Run an assessment to create a trip-specific briefing using your dates and traveler profile.
Baseline scope
- Category scores represent an analytical baseline, updated from official feeds and public records.
Coverage notes
- Transport-hub safety notes (airport, train stations).
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