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Marrakech in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Marrakech in May and see if it is worth visiting.
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May

Weather in Marrakech in May 2025

Good Weather
Warm
☀️
Sunny
Are you considering a trip to Marrakech in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +81°F and about 12 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 10 rainy days and 30 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+81°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
30 mm
Total precipitation
54%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Marrakech has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Marrakech in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Marrakech for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The temperature in May is +82°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +99°F during the day and a minimum of +54°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes down 12% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +90°F to +84°F.

Is Marrakech warm or cold in May?

Marrakech is typically warm in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +73°F to +81°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +52°F to +57°F.

It’s generally warm, but pack a long-sleeve shirt for evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Marrakech:

Climate in Marrakech in May

Marrakech weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+73°F+81°F+86°F
Min. temperature
+36°F+43°F+52°F
Max. temperature
+100°F+104°F+111°F
Rainfall
49 mm30 mm11 mm
Wind
2 m/s2 m/s2 m/s
Humidity
59%54%52%
Air pressure
1014 HPa1014 HPa1015 HPa
Sunny days
111217
Cloudy days
786
Rainy days
11105
Snowy days
000

May weather is still as good as in April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +73°F to +81°F during the day. As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 49 mm to 30 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 59% to 54%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 11 to 12.

But maybe it is worth considering traveling in June as the weather gets better.

Wind

Wind speed in Marrakech in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Marrakech is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Marrakech based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 19%, leading to total precipitation of around 16 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 6 rainy days during May, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Marrakech wettest month is March, where a typical day has a 32% chance of precipitation and 54 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 10% chance of precipitation and 2 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Marrakech?

This is the weather in Marrakech in May 2023:
1 May
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+89°F
2 May
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+96°F
3 May
☀️
+89°F
4 May
☀️
+86°F
5 May
☀️
+84°F
6 May
☁️
+82°F
7 May
☀️
+86°F
8 May
☀️
+94°F
9 May
☀️
+98°F
10 May
☀️
+98°F
11 May
☀️
+90°F
12 May
☀️
+87°F
13 May
☀️
+82°F
14 May
☀️
+84°F
15 May
☀️
+86°F
16 May
☀️
+80°F
17 May
☁️
+74°F
18 May
☁️
+71°F
19 May
☀️
+76°F
20 May
☀️
+79°F
21 May
☁️
+68°F
22 May
☁️
+74°F
23 May
☁️
+76°F
24 May
☁️
+80°F
25 May
☁️
+83°F
26 May
☁️
+82°F
27 May
☁️
+74°F
28 May
☁️
+77°F
29 May
☁️
+76°F
30 May
☁️
+80°F
31 May
☁️
+85°F
In May 2023 Marrakech had 17 sunny days, 14 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +82°F, with an absolute maximum of +99°F and a minimum of +68°F. The average humidity was 55%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 16%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 7 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Marrakech climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Marrakech in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1993 (+74°F) and the highest in 2023 (+83°F). The driest year was 2023 with only 112 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 624 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Marrakech in May:

Is May a good time to visit Marrakech?

May is a really good time to go to Marrakech. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Marrakech.

Can you sunbathe in Marrakech in May?

May is warm in Marrakech. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.

Is Marrakech rainy in May?

Marrakech is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Marrakech in May?

The amount of sunny days in Marrakech during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Morocco

Check out the weather for other cities in Morocco.

Monthly weather in Marrakech

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Marrakech, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.