Early winter · Weather & things to do
Merzouga in December
Merzouga cools off: highs slip to 64°F (18°C), from 72°F in November, with lows of 40°F (5°C) and about 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain.
At 99/100 for comfort (4th of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 64°F (18°C)
- Avg low
- 40°F (5°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (6 mm)
- Humidity
- 53%
- Cloud cover
- 27%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 59 min
- Comfort score
- 99/100 · Great
What December feels like
Days are mild at around 64°F (18°C): comfortable for walking all day, with a layer for the evening.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 40°F (5°C), about 13°C (24°F) below the afternoon high.
Rain is scarce: about 0.2 in (6 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 27%.
Plan around December
December is one of Merzouga's best months on the climate data.
- Shortest days of the year, about 9 h 59 min of daylight.
- Comfort holds steady from November (100 → 99/100).
- Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so December falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for December
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 40°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Merzouga in December
December is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Dayet Srji
Seasonal lake near the dunes that draws flamingos after wet winters.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best winter–spring.
Café Restaurant Chez Youssef
Small village cafe known for medfouna baked to order.
Camel trek to a desert camp
Ride 1–2 hours into the dunes to a Berber camp for dinner and stars.
Why now December scores 99/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Rissani Souk
Market town with a busy souk and a donkey-parking lot, 35 km north.
Restaurant Nora
Popular spot for medfouna, the stuffed 'Berber pizza', with cooking classes.
Nearby in December
- Fes in December~211 mi · highs 64°F, 3.7 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, wetter
- Marrakech in December~237 mi · highs 68°F, 1.3 in rain · 2°C (4°F) warmer by day, wetter
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Merzouga in December: quick answers
Is December a good time to visit Merzouga?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 99/100. Expect highs of 64°F (18°C) and 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain. Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so December is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Merzouga in December?
Average highs are 64°F (18°C) and average lows 40°F (5°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Merzouga in December?
Not much: about 0.2 in (6 mm) of rain falls across December on average, the 5th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Merzouga in December?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 40°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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