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Marrakech weather in May

In May Marrakech averages 29 °C in the afternoon and 15 °C at night, with 10 hours of sunshine a day and barely 1-2 rainy days. It is the start of summer: hot, dry and bright, but still comfortable.

Average high29°Records 44°
Average low15°Records 7°
Rain11 mm1.5 rainy days
Sunshine9.8 hh a day · UV index 10
Sunrise / sunset05:37 – 19:22GMT · 15/05
Humidity58 %Average
Sea at Essaouira≈ 19°Essaouira
Score86/100Our score

Temperatures and sunshine

May is dry and sunny: only 10 mm of rain and mostly cloudless skies. Afternoons hover around 27-31 °C, but a chergui, the hot easterly wind, can push the mercury above 38 °C for a few days. Evenings are mild, perfect for rooftops.

The UV index reaches 10: avoid full sun between noon and 4 pm and protect yourself properly.

Things to do in May

The ideal month to combine early sightseeing with pool afternoons, now genuinely pleasant. Nights in the Agafay Desert are mild and the starry skies superb. In the Dadès valley the rose season peaks around Kelaat M’Gouna. Merzouga starts to heat up: go early in the month.

Adapt your pace

Start sightseeing around 8-9 am, rest in the shade or indoors during the hottest hours (museums, hammam, a siesta in your riad) and head out again after 5 pm for Jemaa el-Fna and sunset, around 7:20 pm.

Good to know

1 May is a public holiday. In 2027 Eid al-Adha is expected around 17-18 May (to be confirmed): many shops close for a day or two and families travel.

Marrakech vs Europe in May

Average daily high (°C).

Marrakech29°
Madrid23°
Paris20°
London18°

1991-2020 averages (Marrakech-Menara, Météo-France, Met Office, AEMET).

Pros

  • + Guaranteed sun, almost no rain
  • + Pleasant pools
  • + Mild evenings on rooftops and in the desert

Cons

  • – Strong afternoon heat
  • – Very high UV (10)
  • – Possible chergui spells

What to pack

  • Loose linen or cotton clothes
  • Wide-brimmed hat
  • SPF 50 and sunglasses
  • Water bottle
  • Swimwear
86

Our score for MayExcellent if you like heat: get up early and keep the pool for the afternoon.

FAQ

Is Marrakech too hot in May?

Usually not: 29 °C on average in the afternoon. Peaks of 35-40 °C are possible during a chergui.

Does it rain in Marrakech in May?

Very little: about 10 mm over 1 to 2 days, often as passing storms from the Atlas.

Is May good for the desert?

Yes for Agafay, close to Marrakech, where evenings are mild. For Merzouga go early in May: the heat builds quickly after that.