Merzouga Weather in December 2026: what to expect (7.8/10)

The month in detail

What to expect in December

In December, Merzouga sees 18.0°F during the day with 7.1h of sunshine per day. Rain is virtually absent (3.0% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. A good balance between weather and crowds, even if April (9.3/10) remains theoretically better.

December ranks 6 out of 12 months in Merzouga. Compared to November: −9°F daytime.

This month's conditions

What it's like in December

UV index

4 · moderate

protect during midday hours

Feels like

dry air

-0°

Daylight

10.0h of daylight

Air quality

good

AQI 26

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Is December the right month?

The best month in Merzouga is April (9.3/10), 1.5 pt higher than December.

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Context

Our verdict

Merzouga, village in south-east Morocco : 2000 inhabitants at the foot of the Erg Chebbi Dunes (17 miles × 3 miles, 490 ft high, one of the two great ergs of Morocco with the Erg Chigaga near M'Hamid). Gateway to the Moroccan Sahara desert .

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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 ⓘ+1.73°F/decade

🔥Hottest monthJuly · 108°F

❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 64°F

🌧️Rainiest month ⓘFebruary · 5%

🏛️ City break

📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August

☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round

🚇Public transportGood

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Location

Where is Merzouga ?

Global position + regional geographic context.

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🔍 Geographic context

Morocco

Temperate climate with a 9.3 → 2.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.

31.08°N · 4.01°W

Questions

Frequently asked questions

What is the best time to visit Merzouga?

April is the best month with 84°F highs, 59°F lows, 8.9h of sunshine and 3.0% rainy days. The months of April & October offer comparable conditions.

How many hours of sunshine does Merzouga get in April?

Merzouga averages 8.9 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.0/10.

What is the rainiest month in Merzouga?

July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.

What are the temperatures at night in Merzouga in April?

In April, overnight lows reach 59°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.

Is Merzouga good in winter?

In winter (December-February), Merzouga scores 7.4/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 9.0/10.

When should you avoid Merzouga?

July is the most difficult month to visit Merzouga, with July 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 Merzouga in December?

The average UV index reaches 4 in December in Merzouga (moderate), with about 10.0h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.