The best time to visit Morocco is in between the baking heat of summer and the bitter cold of winter. Between mid-March and May, spring arrives, bringing open mountain trails, landscapes in bloom and temperate weather; while autumn (September / October) makes for pleasant but relatively uncrowded beaches and breezier days in the desert. However, the coast remains lovely all year round (if you can brave the heat of summer). If you're planning a trip to the Atlas Mountains, avoid winter (November to January) as the snow affects roads and hiking routes.