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Morocco Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Morocco in May.

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Planning a journey to Morocco this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Morocco in May

Morocco has a wide variety of climate types. During May, you can expect temperatures that range from pleasant to very hot and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to moderate.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Imilchil at 19°C (66°F) to very hot in Mhamid el Rhozlane at 36°C (97°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 22°C (72°F) in Mhamid el Rhozlane and 6°C (43°F) in Imilchil.

For specific regional insights in Morocco, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Dakhla with an average of 0.7 mm (0.03 in) to moderate rainfall in Chefchaouen with 71 mm (2.8 in).

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Marrakech enjoys approximately 287 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Morocco — and find the best time to visit. (based on Marrakech)

January19°C (66°F) February20°C (68°F) March23°C (73°F) April25°C (77°F) May28°C (82°F) June32°C (90°F) This monthJuly36°C (97°F) August35°C (95°F) September31°C (88°F) October28°C (82°F) November23°C (73°F) December20°C (68°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Morocco in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Morocco.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Morocco

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Morocco?

Temperature range in Morocco (May)

Precipitation variation in Morocco (May)

Marrakech

In May Marrakech generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Monthly sun hours
255 hours
287 hours
315 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
25 mm (1 in)
9.1 mm (0.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
4 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Marrakech →

Fez

In May Fez generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
248 hours
281 hours
316 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
49 mm (1.9 in)
17 mm (0.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
7 days
4 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Fez →

Essaouira

In May Essaouira generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C (73°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
16°C (61°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
265 hours
288 hours
291 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
14 mm (0.6 in)
1.8 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
3 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
Climate in Essaouira →

Merzouga

In May Merzouga generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and almost no monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
39°C (102°F)
Min temperature
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
3.6 mm (0.1 in)
4.2 mm (0.2 in)
2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
2 days
a single day
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Merzouga →

Agadir

In May Agadir generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
282 hours
296 hours
269 hours
Monthly rainfall
18 mm (0.7 in)
8.8 mm (0.3 in)
2.2 mm (0.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
4 days
2 days
2 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
perfect
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Morocco in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marrakech 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 25 mm (1 in)
Fez 27°C (81°F) 14°C (57°F) 49 mm (1.9 in)
Essaouira 23°C (73°F) 16°C (61°F) 14 mm (0.6 in)
Merzouga 34°C (93°F) 20°C (68°F) 4.2 mm (0.2 in)
Tangier 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 34 mm (1.3 in)
Chefchaouen 23°C (73°F) 12°C (54°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Morocco weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Morocco in May?

May in Morocco brings perfect weather. In Marrakech, daytime temperatures are typically around 28°C (82°F) and nighttime lows hover near 14°C (57°F).

What is the average temperature in Morocco in May?

Daytime temperatures in Marrakech peak at roughly 28°C (82°F) in May, dropping to about 14°C (57°F) overnight.

Does Morocco get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Marrakech averages just 25 mm (1 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Morocco.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Morocco?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Morocco. Typically, the climate in Marrakech is perfect. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

On average, the best time to visit Morocco is in February, March, April, May, October, November and December with generally perfect weather in Marrakech. In contrast, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

Interested in more climate information?

We have much more information about the climate in Morocco.

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