Weather for Rabat in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +73°F during the day, and approximately 8 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 8 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 22 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the driest month of the year in Rabat
Average weather
☀️
+73°F
Avg. max. temperature
+46°F
Min.
+104°F
Max.
22 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
8 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Rabat has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Rabat in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Rabat for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in May is +75°F with a maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +55°F.
The average maximum temperature goes up 0% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +77°F to +77°F.
Is Rabat warm or cold in May?
Rabat is typically warm in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +70°F to +73°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +54°F to +59°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 Rabat:
Water temperature in Rabat in May
Water in Rabat in May is Fresh. It varies from +64°F to +70°F, with an average of +67°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +73°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Rabat are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +74°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +63°F.
Can you swim in Rabat in May?
Water temperature (+67°F) in Rabat in May might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Rabat in May
Rabat weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+70°F
+73°F
+79°F
Min. temperature
+39°F
+46°F
+48°F
Max. temperature
+95°F
+104°F
+109°F
Rainfall
37 mm
22 mm
4 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
2 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+65°F
+67°F
+71°F
Humidity
76%
75%
75%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
7
8
8
Cloudy days
12
14
18
Rainy days
10
8
3
Snowy days
0
0
0
May often has better weather than April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +70°F to +73°F during the day.As May arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 37 mm to 22 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 76% to 75%.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 7 to 8.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Rabat in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 2 m/s getting up to 4 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Rabat is gradually increasing during May, going from 2 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Rabat based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 37 mm, with a 26% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 12 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 8 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:
Rabat wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 30% chance of precipitation and 60 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 1 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Rabat?
This is the weather in Rabat in May 2023:
1 May
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+76°F
2 May
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+83°F
3 May
☁️
+79°F
4 May
☁️
+74°F
5 May
☁️
+73°F
6 May
☁️
+73°F
7 May
☁️
+75°F
8 May
☀️
+79°F
9 May
☀️
+78°F
10 May
☀️
+78°F
11 May
☁️
+75°F
12 May
☁️
+76°F
13 May
☁️
+74°F
14 May
☀️
+77°F
15 May
☀️
+75°F
16 May
☁️
+73°F
17 May
☁️
+74°F
18 May
🌧️
+68°F
19 May
☁️
+73°F
20 May
☁️
+72°F
21 May
☁️
+66°F
22 May
☁️
+69°F
23 May
☁️
+70°F
24 May
☁️
+72°F
25 May
☀️
+74°F
26 May
☁️
+75°F
27 May
🌧️
+74°F
28 May
☁️
+75°F
29 May
☁️
+75°F
30 May
☁️
+75°F
31 May
☁️
+78°F
In May 2023 Rabat had 6 sunny days, 23 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +82°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 2 m/s, with a maximum of 8 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Rabat climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Rabat in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1979 (+71°F) and the highest in 2023 (+75°F). The driest year was 2023 with only 151 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1996 with 787 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Rabat in May:
Is May a good time to visit Rabat?
May is a really good time to go to Rabat. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Rabat.
Can you sunbathe in Rabat in May?
May is warm in Rabat. You may enjoy some beach or pool time in the day, but pack something a tad warmer for the evening.
Can you swim in Rabat in May?
In general, you can swim in Rabat in May, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +67°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Rabat rainy in May?
Rabat is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Rabat in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Rabat in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
Other cities in Morocco
Check out the weather for other cities in Morocco.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Rabat, 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.
