The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Ouarzazate. Temperatures rise (31°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Rain is virtually absent (3% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Ouarzazate.
May ranks 2 out of 12 months in Ouarzazate. Compared to April: +4°C daytime, +0.5h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Daylight
13.6h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 45
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Ouarzazate is April (9.5/10), 0.2 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · Morocco
🗣️LanguageArabic
💶CurrencyMoroccan Dirham (MAD)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 38°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 17°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 8%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Ouarzazate ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
MoroccoTemperate climate with a 9.5 → 3.2 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
30.92°N · 6.90°W
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ouarzazate?
April is the best month with 27.0°C highs, 11.0°C lows, 10.6h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of April & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Ouarzazate get in April?
Ouarzazate averages 10.6 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Ouarzazate?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Ouarzazate in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 11.0°C, while afternoon highs average 27.0°C.
Is Ouarzazate good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ouarzazate scores 7.4/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.4/10.
When should you avoid Ouarzazate?
August is the most difficult month to visit Ouarzazate, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Ouarzazate in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Ouarzazate (very high), with about 13.6h of daylight. Protection essential.