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Dadès Gorges Weather in May
May is one of the excellent months to visit Dadès Gorges, with daytime temperatures of 22°C (72°F) and lows of 10°C (50°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.
Rainfall in Dadès Gorges in May
Typically, you can expect about 7 days of rain this month, with 28 mm (1.1 in) on average. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.
Temperature in Dadès Gorges in May
The temperature in Dadès Gorges in May is excellent. Daytime highs reach 22°C (72°F), with nights dropping to 10°C (50°F). Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. At 10°C (50°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Dadès Gorges.
Dadès Gorges Temperature in May
Min Temperature
10°C (50°F)
Max Temperature
22°C (72°F)
Chance of Rain
22%
Precipitation
28 mm (1.1 in)
Rainy days
7 days
Dadès Gorges Weather by Month
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Historical weather records for Dadès Gorges in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Dadès Gorges spanning 21 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Dadès Gorges historical weather extremes in May
According to our 20 years of weather records for Dadès Gorges, the following extremes were recorded between 2006 and 2026.
- On May 20, 2021, temperatures climbed to 28°C (82°F), marking the warmest May day on record.
- The coldest May day was on May 1, 2011, with a maximum of 8°C (46°F).
- Nighttime temperatures dropped to -2°C (28°F) on May 2, 2011, marking the coldest May night on record.
- Peak precipitation in May occurred on May 17, 2011, when 19 mm (0.7 in) of precipitation was measured.
Best Places in Morocco in May
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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Dadès Gorges in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers.
What To Do in Dadès Gorges in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling10/10 -
Walking10/10 -
Camping5/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
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