Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Merzouga in September
Merzouga cools off: highs slip to 97°F (36°C), from 107°F in August, with lows of 71°F (22°C) and about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 61/100, 9th of 12.
- Avg high
- 97°F (36°C)
- Avg low
- 71°F (22°C)
- Rain
- 0.4 in (11 mm)
- Humidity
- 28%
- Cloud cover
- 39%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 11 min
- Comfort score
- 61/100 · Good
What September feels like
Heat sets the pace, with highs around 97°F (36°C). Get out early and keep the hottest hours for somewhere cool.
There's a big swing between day and night, about 14°C (26°F), so mornings and evenings feel much cooler than the afternoon.
The air is dry, at about 28% 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.
Plan around September
September sits mid-table; the best months are November – April.
- Comfort improves from 57/100 in August to 61/100.
- Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so September falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 97°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hatstrong sun this month
- Refillable water bottleeasy to dehydrate in the heat
- A warm layer for eveningsnights drop to 71°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 September
Start early and take shelter at midday: the picks below pair morning outings with places to cool off.
Camel trek to a desert camp
Ride 1–2 hours into the dunes to a Berber camp for dinner and stars.
Why now September scores 61/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Ksar Abbar
Fortified mud-brick ksar near Rissani, once a palace for the Alaouite royal family.
Erg Chebbi
Sand sea with dunes up to 150 m, reached by camel or 4x4 from Merzouga.
Why now Highs near 97°F and 0.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Sandboarding on Erg Chebbi
Slide down the high dunes on boards rented from auberges.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Khamlia village
Village of Gnawa families descended from West Africans; music sessions over tea.
Nearby in September
- Fes in September~211 mi · highs 91°F, 0.9 in rain · 3°C (5°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Marrakech in September~237 mi · highs 94°F, 0.6 in rain · 2°C (3°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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Merzouga?
It's middling, scoring 61/100. The best months are November – April, at up to 100. Expect highs of 97°F (36°C) and 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain. Our Morocco Imperial Cities route recommends Mar – May, so September is outside its suggested window.
How hot is Merzouga in September?
Average highs are 97°F (36°C) and average lows 71°F (22°C), making it the 4th-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Merzouga in September?
Not much: about 0.4 in (11 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 3.3 in (85 mm).
What should I pack for Merzouga in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 97°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 71°F) and lip balm and moisturizer (dry air).
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