Fez in May

In May, Fez averages 28°C (83°F) during the day and 15°C (58°F) at night, with around 10 days of rain (41 mm total).

Shoulder

Conditions are warm and beach-friendly. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.

May offers comfortable temperatures in Fez, with some rain to plan around.

28°C
Avg high
15°C
Avg low
10
Rain days
41 mm
Rainfall

How May compares to the rest of the year in Fez

5th
warmest month of the 12
5th
wettest month of the 12
9%
of yearly rainfall falls in May
13 h 55 min
daylight on the 15th

May is in the middle of the year for warmth in Fez (5th of 12) and moderately rainy compared to the rest of the year (5th of 12). Daytime temperature runs 3°C above the annual average (26°C). May runs 5°C warmer than April (23°C) and warms a further 4°C into June (32°C).

May sunrise & sunset in Fez

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Sunrise (15th)
6:18 AM
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Sunset (15th)
8:14 PM
Day length
13 h 55 min

Times shown for Fez local time (Africa/Casablanca), calculated for the 15th of May. They shift by a few minutes day to day across the month.

Photography light in Fez — May

Golden-hour and blue-hour windows for the 15th of May, in Fez's local time. Use these for soft warm light (golden) or cool architectural twilight (blue).

🌅 Blue hour (AM)
5:18 AM – 5:58 AM
🌄 Golden hour (AM)
5:58 AM – 6:58 AM
🌇 Golden hour (PM)
7:34 PM – 8:34 PM
🌆 Blue hour (PM)
8:34 PM – 9:14 PM
Milky Way galactic core
Good
Galactic core is up but lower on the horizon; head well outside city limits for a clean view.

📅 When to book — Fez in May

Travel writers usually only tell you when to go. Here's when to book flights and lodging for the best mix of price and availability, based on May's tier (Shoulder) and Fez's popularity.

✈ Flights — lead time
6-10 weeks
Sweet spot for value. Major fare-sales (US: Black Friday, EU: post-Easter) hit hardest in shoulder months for shoulder travel.
🏨 Lodging — lead time
4-8 weeks
Lots of selection. Look for shoulder-season packages — many hotels add value (free breakfast, spa credit) to fill rooms.

May in Morocco — events that affect travel

Known cultural, religious, or national events that surge prices, fill hotels, or close businesses during this month. Plan around them, or build your itinerary around the ones you'd like to see.

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Ramadan & Eid al-Fitr
Closures · high impact

Daylight fasting month. Many restaurants close until sunset, some attractions close midday, and Islamic countries change their pace dramatically. Eid (3 days after Ramadan ends) brings major travel surge.

Plan: Tourists can usually still find food, but dress modestly and avoid eating publicly during the day. Iftar (sunset meal) is a beautiful experience to plan for.

Crowds & pricing — May in Fez

Shoulder

Fez is in a shoulder season month — fewer crowds, slightly lower prices, and a calmer atmosphere than peak weeks. Most major sights stay open with normal hours, though a handful of seasonal restaurants or boat trips may run reduced schedules. Many regulars consider these months the best time to visit because you trade a small amount of weather reliability for a much more pleasant on-the-ground experience.

Why this tier: comfortable tourism weather

Sun & mosquito risk — May in Fez

☀️ UV Index (noon, 15th)
12.4
Extreme
Stay indoors during midday hours; SPF 50+ even briefly outside, UPF clothing, wide-brim hat, sunglasses essential.
🦟 Mosquito risk
●●●●●
Severe
Severe mosquito season with active disease transmission risk. DEET 30%+, picaridin 20%, long sleeves day and night, treated nets, and check CDC/WHO travel advisories before going.

UV is a clear-sky sea-level estimate — clouds, altitude, and reflective surfaces (snow, water) shift it ±30%. Mosquito risk is climate-derived only; for current disease advisories (dengue, malaria, zika) check the CDC or WHO travel pages before your trip.

Fez in other months

MonthAvg highAvg lowRainfallRain daysSnow days
January 16°C / 61°F 5°C / 42°F 54 mm 11
February 18°C / 64°F 7°C / 44°F 46 mm 11
March 20°C / 68°F 8°C / 46°F 72 mm 13
April 23°C / 74°F 11°C / 52°F 57 mm 12
May 28°C / 83°F 15°C / 58°F 41 mm 10
June 32°C / 90°F 17°C / 63°F 10 mm 6
July 37°C / 98°F 21°C / 69°F 1 mm 3
August 37°C / 98°F 21°C / 70°F 5 mm 4
September 32°C / 89°F 18°C / 65°F 15 mm 7
October 28°C / 82°F 15°C / 59°F 45 mm 9
November 21°C / 69°F 10°C / 49°F 60 mm 10
December 18°C / 65°F 7°C / 45°F 45 mm 8

Other cities with similar May weather

🌍 See the full ranked list of climate twins for Fez in May →

Frequently asked questions

How hot is Fez in May?

In May, Fez averages a high of 28°C (83°F) and a low of 15°C (58°F) — generally warm.

Does it rain a lot in Fez in May?

May can be fairly wet in Fez, with about 10 rainy days on average.

Is May a good time to visit Fez?

May is warm. It suits travelers who are comfortable with warm weather; check the month-by-month ranking to compare it against the rest of the year.

What should I pack for Fez in May?

Pack lightweight, breathable clothing, sunglasses and sunscreen, plus a compact umbrella or rain jacket. See the full May packing list for Fez for a complete, climate-based checklist.

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