Morocco (Marrakech) · May
Best travel monthTravel seasonMorocco · Africa
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 20° | 21° | 24° | 27° | 31° | 34° | 39° | 39° | 33° | 30° | 24° | 21° |
MINMIN | 7° | 9° | 11° | 13° | 16° | 19° | 22° | 22° | 19° | 17° | 12° | 8° |
☀️Sunshine | 9h | 9h | 10h | 11h | 11h | 12h | 12h | 11h | 10h | 9h | 9h | 8h |
🌧Rain Days | 2d28mm | 3d25mm | 3d31mm | 2d20mm | 1d11mm | 0d1mm | 0d3mm | 1d6mm | 1d17mm | 2d17mm | 3d32mm | 2d16mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Travel season — mid-range prices, good availability.
May is among the best months in Morocco (Marrakech): only 1 rain days, 30°C highs, and good sunshine make for ideal holiday conditions.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 30°C, cooling to 16°C at night (daily average: 23°C). With 11 sunshine hours per day, May is one of the sunniest months — 11 mm of rain over 1 days.
Light, breathable clothing and sun protection are essential. Early mornings and evenings are good for excursions when it's a little cooler.
Frühlingsperfekt: Die Rosen des Dadès-Tals blühen im April, das Souk-Labyrinth begehbar ohne Hitzeschlacht. Beste Zeit für Ausflüge ins Atlasgebirge und nach Ait Benhaddou.
Packing list for Morocco (Marrakech) in May
- Leichte Sommersachen
- Dünne Strickjacke für kühle Abende
- Sonnencreme LSF 50
- Sonnenbrille
- Sonnenhut
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Morocco (Marrakech)?
- Yes — May is one of the best months to visit Morocco (Marrakech) (Climate Score: 91/100). Pleasant temperatures (30°C), good sunshine (11 h/day), and few rain days (1) make it one of the most recommended months.
- How warm is it in Morocco (Marrakech) in May?
- In May, Morocco (Marrakech) sees daily highs of 30°C. Nights cool to 16°C, with a daily average of 23°C.
- How much rain falls in Morocco (Marrakech) in May?
- In May, Morocco (Marrakech) receives an average of 11 mm of rain over 1 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Morocco (Marrakech) get in May?
- Morocco (Marrakech) averages 11 sunshine hours per day in May — above the annual average.
