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Merzouga in May
Merzouga warms up: highs climb to 93°F (34°C), from 85°F in April, with lows of 64°F (18°C) and about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 71/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 93°F (34°C)
- Avg low
- 64°F (18°C)
- Rain
- 0.2 in (4 mm)
- Humidity
- 25%
- Cloud cover
- 34%
- Daylight
- ~13 h 35 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What May feels like
Expect proper heat: afternoons average 93°F (34°C), so plan walking and hiking for the morning and save midday for shade, lunch or a swim.
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 25% humidity, which keeps warmth comfortable but dries skin and lips.
It's one of the drier stretches, with only about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 34%.
Plan around May
May sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- Comfort slips from 90/100 in April to 71/100.
- May sits inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 93°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 64°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 May
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Dayet Srji
Seasonal lake near the dunes that draws flamingos after wet winters.
Why now Our curated notes say it's best winter–spring.
Sandboarding on Erg Chebbi
Slide down the high dunes on boards rented from auberges.
Why now May scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Restaurant Nora
Popular spot for medfouna, the stuffed 'Berber pizza', with cooking classes.
Why now A break from 93°F afternoons.
Khamlia village
Village of Gnawa families descended from West Africans; music sessions over tea.
Ksar Abbar
Fortified mud-brick ksar near Rissani, once a palace for the Alaouite royal family.
Nearby in May
- Fes in May~211 mi · highs 82°F, 1.5 in rain · 6°C (11°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Marrakech in May~237 mi · highs 87°F, 0.6 in rain · 3°C (6°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 May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Merzouga?
It's middling, scoring 71/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 100. Expect highs of 93°F (34°C) and 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain. May is inside the Mar – May window our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends.
How hot is Merzouga in May?
Average highs are 93°F (34°C) and average lows 64°F (18°C), making it the 5th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Merzouga in May?
Not much: about 0.2 in (4 mm) of rain falls across May on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Merzouga in May?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 93°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (strong sun this month), refillable water bottle (easy to dehydrate in the heat), a warm layer for evenings (nights drop to 64°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
More on Merzouga
Routes in season in May
- Morocco Imperial Cities Mar – May
Planning Merzouga in May?
Share this May plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.