The best times to visit Merzouga for ideal weather are

March 12th to May 27th

or

September 24th to November 18th

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Merzouga Travel Info

Weather in Merzouga

Temperature

Average temperatures in Merzouga vary drastically. Considering humidity, temperatures feel very nice much of the year, but hot in the summer and cold in the winter with a very low chance of rain or snow throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 56th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Merzouga, the hottest months are July, August, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally early August where highs are regularly around 104°F (40°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 80°F (26.7°C) at night.

Merzouga Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Merzouga Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Merzouga Perceived Temperature (F)

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Merzouga Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Merzouga Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 62.1 50.8 37.7
Feb 64.7 54.5 41.8
Mar 71.5 61.7 49.2
Apr 80.2 70.7 57.3
May 86.8 77.6 64.1
Jun 95.2 85.8 71.8
Jul 103.3 93.6 79.2
Aug 101.6 92.1 78.4
Sep 90.7 81.2 68.7
Oct 80.4 71.2 59.1
Nov 69 59.3 47.4
Dec 62.6 51.7 39

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 16.7 10.4 3.2
Feb 18.2 12.5 5.4
Mar 21.9 16.5 9.6
Apr 26.8 21.5 14.1
May 30.4 25.3 17.8
Jun 35.1 29.9 22.1
Jul 39.6 34.2 26.2
Aug 38.7 33.4 25.8
Sep 32.6 27.3 20.4
Oct 26.9 21.8 15.1
Nov 20.6 15.2 8.6
Dec 17 10.9 3.9

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Merzouga are December, July, and then August. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around early to mid May. For example, on the week of May 7th there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in mid to late November with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of November 19th.

When can you find snow in Merzouga? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Merzouga.

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Days with precipitation

Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Merzouga (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 4% 0 0.4
Feb 4% 0 0.5
Mar 6% 0 0.7
Apr 3% 0 0.4
May 2% 0 0.3
Jun 3% 0 0.2
Jul 2% 0 0.2
Aug 2% 0 0.2
Sep 8% 0 1.2
Oct 8% 0 1.2
Nov 8% 0 0.8
Dec 1% 0 0.1

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 4 0 1
Feb 4 0 1.3
Mar 6 0 1.8
Apr 3 0 1
May 2 0 0.8
Jun 3 0 0.5
Jul 2 0 0.5
Aug 2 0 0.5
Sep 8 0 3
Oct 8 0 3
Nov 8 0 2
Dec 1 0 0.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Merzouga has some months with regular humidity, with some extremely dry months. The least humid month is July (8.2% relative humidity), and the most humid month is December (36.5%).

Wind in Merzouga is usually calm. The windiest month is May, followed by June and August. May’s average wind speed of around 7.9 knots (9.1 MPH or 14.7 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in late May where average top sustained speeds reach 16.7 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Merzouga.

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Avg. Relative Humidity

Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 3.7 Barely noticeable 8.5 Gentle breeze
Feb 4.6 Light breeze 10.4 Gentle breeze
Mar 5.8 Light breeze 11.8 Gentle breeze
Apr 7.1 Gentle breeze 13.9 Significant breeze
May 7.9 Gentle breeze 15.3 Gentle breeze
Jun 7.6 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Jul 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.3 Gentle breeze
Aug 7.2 Gentle breeze 15.2 Significant breeze
Sep 6.4 Light breeze 13.4 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.1 Light breeze 10.9 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.3 Light breeze 9.4 Gentle breeze
Dec 3.2 Barely noticeable 7 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 30%
Feb 28.2%
Mar 22.3%
Apr 16.7%
May 14.4%
Jun 12.8%
Jul 8.2%
Aug 11.6%
Sep 22.1%
Oct 29.4%
Nov 34.2%
Dec 36.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Merzouga?

Our best data indicates this area is somewhat safe, but with extra warnings in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are travel warnings and regional advisories for Morocco; exercise a high degree of caution and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Nov 06, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Merzouga, Morocco is January, followed by February and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Merzouga in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 70.9 in December means 70.9% of the tourists vs. January.

 

 

Overall Merzouga Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 90°F (32.2°C) and 68.2°F (20.1°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are extremely hot. These months see the least precipitation with about 1 days of precipitation per month. June – August is fairly slow season for tourism in Merzouga, so lodging and other accommodations may cost slightly less.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 95.1°F (35.1°C) and 61.6°F (16.4°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: approximately 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is too cold this time of year in Merzouga to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 68.2°F (20.1°C) and 60.9°F (16.1°C). On average, it rains or snows a very small amount: 0 to 1 times per month. These times of year are the second busiest with tourists.

 

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