Late spring · Weather & things to do
Fes in May
Fes warms up: highs climb to 82°F (28°C), from 75°F in April, with lows of 57°F (14°C) and about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain.
At 91/100 for comfort (the top score of the year), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 82°F (28°C)
- Avg low
- 57°F (14°C)
- Rain
- 1.5 in (38 mm)
- Humidity
- 61%
- Cloud cover
- 46%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 91/100 · Great
What May feels like
Warm afternoons near 82°F (28°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 57°F (14°C), about 14°C (25°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is moderate at about 1.5 in (38 mm) for the month.
Plan around May
May is one of Fes's best months on the climate data.
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 1.5 in (38 mm) after 2.8 in (72 mm) in April.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by June, the score drops to 74/100.
- Comfort holds steady from April (89 → 91/100).
- May sits inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 82°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 57°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Fes in May
May is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Bab Bou Jeloud
Blue-and-green tiled gate that is the main entrance to Fes el-Bali.
Al-Attarine Madrasa
Small 14th-century madrasa with some of the finest zellige tilework in Morocco.
The Ruined Garden
Garden restaurant in a ruined riad serving Moroccan street food and slow-cooked dishes.
Why now May scores 91/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Jnan Sbil Gardens
Restored royal gardens with fountains and shade between the medina and Fes el-Jdid.
Why now Highs near 82°F and 1.5 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Café Clock
Multi-level cafe in a medina house, known for camel burgers and cultural events.
Nearby in May
- Ronda in May~189 mi · highs 66°F, 1.1 in rain · 9°C (17°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Merzouga in May~211 mi · highs 93°F, 0.2 in rain · 6°C (11°F) warmer by day, drier
- Granada in May~232 mi · highs 73°F, 0.9 in rain · 5°C (9°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Marrakech in May~239 mi · highs 87°F, 0.6 in rain · 3°C (5°F) warmer by day, drier
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~575 m to Fes's ~426 m elevation (standard lapse rate). Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Fes in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Fes?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 91/100. Expect highs of 82°F (28°C) and 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
How hot is Fes in May?
Average highs are 82°F (28°C) and average lows 57°F (14°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Fes in May?
Not much: about 1.5 in (38 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 28.1 in (714 mm).
What should I pack for Fes in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 82°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 57°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Routes in season in May
- Morocco Imperial Cities Mar – May
Planning Fes in May?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.