May weather forecast
Marrakesh, Morocco

May, the last month of the spring in Marrakesh, is also a moderately hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 13.8°C (56.8°F) and an average high of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Temperature

In Marrakesh, Morocco, the average high-temperature in May marginally rises from a warm 23.7°C (74.7°F) in April to a still moderately hot 27.5°C (81.5°F). In May, the average low-temperature is 13.8°C (56.8°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). Constant exposure and activity lead to possible fatigue. Prolonged exercise may result in heat cramps.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature', 'feels like', 'apparent temperature', or 'real feel', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Additional factors like clothing, wind, pregnancy, and activity influence one's weather impression. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

In Marrakesh, the average relative humidity in May is 58%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 4.8 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Marrakesh, there are 58.8 rainfall days, and 281mm (11.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Marrakesh, Morocco, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:46 and sunset at 20:11. On the last day of May, in Marrakesh, sunrise is at 06:27 and sunset at 20:31 +01.

Sunshine

In Marrakesh, the average sunshine in May is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 10. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 10 translate into the following recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Protect yourself by liberally applying a sunscreen of at least 30 SPF. Sunscreen prevents sunburn and decreases the damaging effects of Sun's radiation on the immune system.