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Merzouga in June
Merzouga warms up: highs climb to 102°F (39°C), from 93°F in May, with lows of 73°F (23°C) and about 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 60/100 is still Good, though it ranks 10th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 102°F (39°C)
- Avg low
- 73°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 0.1 in (3 mm)
- Humidity
- 20%
- Cloud cover
- 27%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 00 min
- Comfort score
- 60/100 · Good
What June feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 102°F (39°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 73°F (23°C), about 17°C (30°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 20%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: about 0.1 in (3 mm) for the whole month.
Clear skies are common, with cloud cover averaging only 27%.
Plan around June
June is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are November – April.
- Longest days of the year, about 14 h 00 min of daylight.
- The year's biggest warm-up: highs jump 5°C (9°F) from May.
- Comfort slips from 71/100 in May to 60/100.
- Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so June falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for June
- Light, breathable clothes102°F afternoons
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 73°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Merzouga in June
Afternoons run hot (102°F), so these picks mix early-start outdoor spots with cool indoor breaks.
Camel trek to a desert camp
Ride 1–2 hours into the dunes to a Berber camp for dinner and stars.
Why now June scores 60/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Café Restaurant Chez Youssef
Small village cafe known for medfouna baked to order.
Why now A break from 102°F afternoons.
Rissani Souk
Market town with a busy souk and a donkey-parking lot, 35 km north.
Why now Somewhere to sit out the hottest hours.
Sandboarding on Erg Chebbi
Slide down the high dunes on boards rented from auberges.
Why now Highs near 102°F and 0.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Erg Chebbi
Sand sea with dunes up to 150 m, reached by camel or 4x4 from Merzouga.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Nearby in June
- Fes in June~211 mi · highs 92°F, 0.4 in rain · 6°C (10°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Marrakech in June~237 mi · highs 96°F, 0.2 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, about as wet
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 June: quick answers
Is June a good time to visit Merzouga?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 60/100, held back mainly by heat. The best months are November – April. Expect highs of 102°F (39°C) and 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain. Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so June is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Merzouga in June?
Average highs are 102°F (39°C) and average lows 73°F (23°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Merzouga in June?
Not much: about 0.1 in (3 mm) of rain falls across June on average, the 3rd-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Merzouga in June?
Bring light, breathable clothes (102°F afternoons), 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 73°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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