Mid-autumn · Weather & things to do
Merzouga in October
The year's rain peaks now, with about 0.6 in (14 mm) falling in Merzouga, alongside highs near 85°F (30°C) and lows of 61°F (16°C).
It scores 87/100 for comfort, 7th of 12, which makes it a solid shoulder-season month.
- Avg high
- 85°F (30°C)
- Avg low
- 61°F (16°C)
- Rain
- 0.6 in (14 mm)
- Humidity
- 36%
- Cloud cover
- 37%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 13 min
- Comfort score
- 87/100 · Great
What October feels like
Warm afternoons near 85°F (30°C) make long days outdoors easy.
Mornings start much cooler: lows average 61°F (16°C), about 14°C (24°F) below the afternoon high.
Low humidity, around 36%, makes the air feel crisp and dry.
Rain is scarce: about 0.6 in (14 mm) for the whole month.
Plan around October
October is shoulder season: good weather, a step below the best months (November – April).
- Comfort improves from 61/100 in September to 87/100.
- Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so October falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for October
- Light, breathable clothes85°F afternoons
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 61°F
- Lip balm and moisturizerdry air
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Merzouga in October
October is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
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.
Camel trek to a desert camp
Ride 1–2 hours into the dunes to a Berber camp for dinner and stars.
Why now October scores 87/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Café Restaurant Chez Youssef
Small village cafe known for medfouna baked to order.
Restaurant Nora
Popular spot for medfouna, the stuffed 'Berber pizza', with cooking classes.
Rissani Souk
Market town with a busy souk and a donkey-parking lot, 35 km north.
Nearby in October
- Fes in October~211 mi · highs 82°F, 2.9 in rain · 2°C (3°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Marrakech in October~237 mi · highs 85°F, 0.9 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Merzouga?
It's a good shoulder-season choice, scoring 87/100 against a best of 100 in November – April. Expect highs of 85°F (30°C) and 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain. Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so October is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Merzouga in October?
Average highs are 85°F (30°C) and average lows 61°F (16°C), making it the 6th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Merzouga in October?
Not much: about 0.6 in (14 mm) of rain falls across October on average, the wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Merzouga in October?
Bring light, breathable clothes (85°F afternoons), a warm layer for evenings (lows near 61°F), lip balm and moisturizer (dry air) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
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