Merzouga, MoroccoQuick decision
When to visit Merzouga?
🌞 Best time overall
April
🌡️ Optimal temperature
15°C–29°C in April
🌧 Least rain
3% rainy days in April
🌧 Wettest month
July (0%)
📅 Best score
9.2/10
By trip type
Best time by type of trip
Erg Chebbi & camelsOct–Apr — 150 m dunes, bivouac under the stars, spectacular sunrise.
Gnaoua FestivalJun — Gnaoua music in the desert, trance and traditions.
Quad & 4x4Oct–Apr — dune excursions, Saharan tracks.
StargazingYear-round — Sahara with zero light pollution, Milky Way.
Monthly climate data
Merzouga weather month by month
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rainy days (%) | Precip. mm/d | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 4°C | 18°C | 4% | 0.2 | 9.9h | 7.5/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 7°C | 20°C | 5% | 0.2 | 10.8h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 11°C | 24°C | 5% | 0.3 | 11.0h | 8.7/10 |
| ☀️ April | 15°C | 29°C | 3% | 0.2 | 12.0h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ May | 20°C | 34°C | 2% | 0.1 | 12.4h | 7.7/10 |
| 🥵 June | 24°C | 38°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.9h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 July | 28°C | 42°C | 0% | 0.0 | 12.4h | 3.9/10 |
| 🥵 August | 27°C | 41°C | 0% | 0.0 | 11.9h | 6.9/10 |
| 🥵 September | 22°C | 36°C | 5% | 0.5 | 11.5h | 6.9/10 |
| ☀️ October | 17°C | 30°C | 4% | 0.2 | 10.2h | 8.6/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 10°C | 23°C | 4% | 0.2 | 10.0h | 8.4/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 5°C | 18°C | 3% | 0.3 | 9.8h | 7.5/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
Source: Open-Meteo · 10 years
Seasonal breakdown
What to expect each season
🌸 Spring (Mar–May) — Excellent time
Average 29°C, 3% rainy days, 11.8h sunshine/day. Score: 8.5/10.
☀️ Summer (Jun–Aug) — Acceptable
Average 40°C, 0% rainy days, 12.4h sunshine/day. Score: 5.9/10.
🍂 Autumn (Sep–Nov) — Good time
Average 30°C, 4% rainy days, 10.6h sunshine/day. Score: 8.0/10.
❄️ Winter (Dec–Feb) — Good time
Average 19°C, 4% rainy days, 10.2h sunshine/day. Score: 7.6/10.
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FAQ
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April is ideal with 3% rainy days and 29°C.
July is the wettest month with 0% rainy days.
Yes, April is the best month with an average of 29°C.
In winter, the average score is 7.6/10. Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.
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