Essaouira weather in May
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies. Average highs of 23°C and lows of 17°C, with around 2 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Essaouira. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
23°C
Average low
17°C
Rainy days
2 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September, October
What to do in Essaouira in May
Whatever the weather, Essaouira rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Walk the Atlantic-facing ramparts at sunset
Visit Île de Mogador bird sanctuary by boat
Browse artisan galleries and cooperative workshops
Feast on grilled seafood in waterfront restaurants
Kiteboard or surf on the Atlantic beaches
Shop the medina's argan oil cooperatives and crafts
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
February
19C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
March
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
April
21C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
May (you are here)
23C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
June
24C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
July
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
26C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
October
25C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
November
22C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
December
20C
Mild and comfortable, and mostly sunny skies.
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