The month in detail
What to expect in September
Autumn marks the end of peak season in Merzouga. Temperatures drop (97°F) and rain returns (5% of days). Rain is virtually absent (5% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup.
September ranks 9 out of 12 months in Merzouga. Compared to August: −9°F daytime, −0.6h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in September
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
dry air
6°
Daylight
12.2h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 59
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Is September the right month?
The best month in Merzouga is April (9.3/10), 4.4 pts higher than September.
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Plan your trip
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 ⓘSeptember · 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
MoroccoTemperate 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?
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 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?
August is the most difficult month to visit Merzouga, 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 Merzouga in September?
The average UV index reaches 6 in September in Merzouga (high), with about 12.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.