Merzouga weather in May

May in Merzouga: hot, dry — a fair time to visit.

Updated September 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

Merzouga🇲🇦 Morocco · Maghreb · Trekking56
  1. 88Jan
  2. 94Feb
  3. 82Mar
  4. 72Apr
  5. 56May
  6. 34Jun
  7. 26Jul
  8. 28Aug
  9. 45Sep
  10. 75Oct
  11. 86Nov
  12. 91Dec

#8 of 12 months in Merzouga · #1224 of 1413 destinations to visit in May · comfort 56/100 (tier D)

Days
33°C
Nights
19°C
Wet days
1
Sun
12.3 h
Humidity
20%
Daylight
14 h
Merzouga, Morocco
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Traveller notes on Merzouga in May

Other months in Merzouga

Merzouga-forum threads on an April visit describe conditions as genuinely balmy under deep blue skies, posters naming daytime highs in the high twenties to low thirties with low humidity as standard. Regulars call spring genuinely capable of surprises despite the generally good weather, several posters naming sudden storms, hail and real cold snaps as possible even in March and April. Posters call occasional sandstorms around the dunes a real factor too, several regulars naming this as something to prepare for regardless of the forecast. Regulars call the overall April window still genuinely one of the better times to visit, several threads naming warm days and manageable nights as the real draw despite the occasional rough patch. Posters recommend packing for both extremes, several regulars calling this standard given how quickly Sahara weather can shift. The record: 28.9C days, 14.9C nights, 2.6mm across under 1 day and 24 percent humidity.
MerzougaAprilRegular · April · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Merzouga-forum threads on a September visit describe conditions as genuinely intense for most of the month, posters calling even late September still capable of real desert heat, manageable mainly with a pool and air conditioning at camp. Regulars call desert camp prices genuinely wide-ranging, options spanning roughly two hundred fifty dollars up toward twelve hundred for two nights depending on how luxurious the setup. Posters recommend Kanz Erremal and Nomad Palace among the camps named repeatedly by regulars as reliable choices. Regulars call a Fes-to-Merzouga routing a real standard itinerary, several posters planning exactly this multi-day loop through the desert and back. Posters recommend real sun protection and serious water intake regardless of how the evening cools off, daytime conditions here considered genuinely severe even this late in summer. The record: 35.6C days feeling like 41C, 22.2C nights, 15.4mm across over 2 days and 24 percent humidity.
MerzougaSeptemberRegular · September · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Merzouga-forum threads on early-January desert climate describe daytime conditions as genuinely pleasant, posters calling temperatures in the high teens to low twenties comfortable for dune activities in direct sun. Regulars call the overnight drop dramatic though, one visitor camping in the dunes in late December reporting temperatures down close to zero and needing several wool blankets plus layers including hat and gloves to sleep. Posters recommend a dune-side hotel over a basic tent camp if warmth matters, some camps offering portable gas heaters as a real upgrade. Regulars call clear skies and strong sun the standard daytime pattern, real precipitation genuinely rare. Posters recommend real desert-grade sleeping gear regardless of camp type. Regulars call the stargazing a genuine highlight given how consistently clear January nights run. The record: 17.8C days feeling like 13C, 4.5C nights, a scant 0.7 days of measurable precipitation and 39 percent humidity.
MerzougaJanuaryRegular · January · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗
Merzouga-forum threads on mid-March conditions describe daytime readings as genuinely comfortable, posters recalling weather warm enough for short sleeves without tipping into anything punishing. Regulars call evenings a real contrast, temperatures dropping enough once the sun sets that a proper layer becomes necessary even after a warm afternoon. Posters describe a night in a desert camp as capable of turning genuinely windy, camel-wool blankets named repeatedly as adequate warmth despite the cooler, breezier conditions after dark. Regulars call spring generally the season for the occasional sandstorm, March and April both named as months where a serious blow is at least possible. Posters recommend real protective eyewear and a scarf regardless of forecast. Regulars call the dunes worth the trip in any conditions, sunrise and sunset the standout moments. The record: 24.4C days feeling like 20C, 10.6C nights, a low 29 percent humidity and 10.9 hours of sun.
MerzougaMarchRegular · March · 1 month ago · Read more on Tripadvisor ↗

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Merzouga climate normals — May

Daytime high33°C / 92°F🥵 hot
Nighttime low19°C / 66°F
Feels like (high)30°C / 86°F
Rainfall2 mm / 0.1 in☀️ dry
Rainy days1 days
Humidity20%🌵 dry
Dew point0°C / 32°F
Sunshine12.3 h/day
Daylight13.7 h
Wind28 km/h / 17 mph
Air quality (US AQI)93🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

Crowds in Merzouga in May

How busy the place itself is — school and mass holidays, the months an editor tagged, and how sought-after the weather makes them. Never part of the comfort score.

Peak crowdsEid al-Adha (Eid Kbir), Fourth interim break (May) in Morocco, school holidays in 3 of the markets that fill it(estimated)

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Best months for Merzouga's weather

Ranked by this destination's own climate comfort score across the year — a different thing from how busy it gets (see Crowds above).

Fair weatherMerzouga's weather peaks December–February.

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What's on in Merzouga in May

Recurring seasonal events, natural spectacles, closures and holidays — curated and sourced.

  • Hazard

    Spring sandstorms

    15 Mar – 31 May · usuallyDust seasonClosures

    The wind gets up in spring and the dunes move with it: gritty air for days at a time, camps struck early and the road east regularly half-buried. Source ↗

  • Holiday

    Eid al-Adha (Eid Kbir)

    1 May – 5 Jun · usuallyRamadan & EidClosuresCrowdedBook early

    Eid al-Adha is Morocco's biggest family holiday. In the days before, sheep markets appear and buses, trains and grands taxis are packed with people going home; afterwards many shops, souks and restaurants close for several days. The date moves about 11 days earlier each year. Source ↗

What's on around the world in May →

Nearby, and something's on

Within 300 km of Merzouga — a day trip or a short hop — with something on this month. Never part of the comfort score.

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Merzouga in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Merzouga?
May in Merzouga: hot, dry — a fair time to visit. It ranks #8 of 12 months for Merzouga on SeasonMap's comfort score (56/100).
What is the weather like in Merzouga in May?
In May, Merzouga averages a daily high of 33.3°C and a low of 19.1°C, with about 1.9 mm of rain over roughly 0.5 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Merzouga in May?
Merzouga has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 93 in May.

Within 300 km: Ouarzazate's Rose festival at Kelaat M'Gouna on 6–9 May.