Early spring · Weather & things to do
Merzouga in March
Merzouga warms up: highs climb to 76°F (25°C), from 67°F in February, with lows of 48°F (9°C) and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
At 100/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 76°F (25°C)
- Avg low
- 48°F (9°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 36%
- Cloud cover
- 30%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 46 min
- Comfort score
- 100/100 · Great
What March feels like
Days are warm, averaging 76°F (25°C), easy weather for being outside from morning to evening.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 16°C (29°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 36% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 30%.
Plan around March
March is one of Merzouga's best months on the climate data.
- First warm month: highs reach 76°F, up from 67°F in February.
- Comfort holds steady from February (100 → 100/100).
- March sits inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
What to pack for March
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 76°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 48°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Merzouga in March
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Erg Chebbi
Sand sea with dunes up to 150 m, reached by camel or 4x4 from Merzouga.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best sunset & sunrise, Oct–Apr.
Dayet Srji
Seasonal lake near the dunes that draws flamingos after wet winters.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best winter–spring.
Camel trek to a desert camp
Ride 1–2 hours into the dunes to a Berber camp for dinner and stars.
Why now March scores 100/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Sandboarding on Erg Chebbi
Slide down the high dunes on boards rented from auberges.
Why now Highs near 76°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Ksar Abbar
Fortified mud-brick ksar near Rissani, once a palace for the Alaouite royal family.
Nearby in March
- Fes in March~211 mi · highs 69°F, 3.7 in rain · 4°C (7°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Marrakech in March~237 mi · highs 75°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Merzouga?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 100/100. Expect highs of 76°F (25°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain. March is inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
How hot is Merzouga in March?
Average highs are 76°F (25°C) and average lows 48°F (9°C), making it the 5th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Merzouga in March?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 3rd-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Merzouga in March?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 76°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 48°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
More on Merzouga
Routes in season in March
- Morocco Imperial Cities Mar – May
Planning Merzouga in March?
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