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Marrakech in May
Marrakech warms up: highs climb to 87°F (31°C), from 80°F in April, with lows of 58°F (15°C) and about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain.
It scores 83/100 for comfort, 8th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 87°F (31°C)
- Avg low
- 58°F (15°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (16 mm)
- Humidity
- 50%
- Cloud cover
- 38%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 37 min
- Comfort score
- 83/100 · Great
What May feels like
Afternoons run hot at about 87°F (31°C), which leaves mornings and evenings as the time for walking.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 58°F (15°C), about 16°C (29°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (16 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around May
May is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- The drier spell starts: rain falls to 0.6 in (16 mm) after 1.1 in (27 mm) in April.
- Comfort slips from 97/100 in April to 83/100.
- May sits inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 87°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 58°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Marrakech in May
Afternoons run hot (87°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Jemaa el-Fnaa
Main square where snake charmers by day give way to food stalls and musicians at night.
Why now May scores 83/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Café des Épices
Rooftop cafe over the spice square for mint tea and light lunches.
Why now Highs near 87°F and 0.6 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Le Jardin Secret
Restored riad gardens in the medina with a tower view over the rooftops.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Bahia Palace
19th-century vizier's palace with painted ceilings and tiled courtyards.
Musée Yves Saint Laurent Marrakech
Museum of the designer's work next to Jardin Majorelle.
Why now A break from 87°F afternoons.
Nearby in May
- Merzouga in May~237 mi · highs 93°F, 0.2 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Fes in May~239 mi · highs 82°F, 1.5 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid, temperatures adjusted from the grid cell's ~837 m to Marrakech's ~468 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.
Marrakech in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Marrakech?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 83/100 against a best of 99 in November – April. Expect highs of 87°F (31°C) and 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
How hot is Marrakech in May?
Average highs are 87°F (31°C) and average lows 58°F (15°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Marrakech in May?
Not much: about 0.6 in (16 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 11.5 in (291 mm).
What should I pack for Marrakech in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 87°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 58°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Marrakech
Routes in season in May
- Morocco Imperial Cities Mar – May
Planning Marrakech 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.