What is the Rose Festival in Morocco?

The Rose Festival is held in Kelaa M'Gouna (Dadès Valley) in May. The fields of blooming Damask roses create a stunning landscape that is harvested for rose water and essential oil production. The festival includes music, dance, the election of the Rose Queen and craft markets.

What is the weather like in Morocco in May?

Marrakech: 27-32°C during the day, 16-20°C at night. Sahara: 30-35°C during the day, 16-20°C at night. Fes: 25-30°C. Coast (Essaouira): 20-23°C, refreshing. In May the weather is very stable and sunny — ideal for a full circuit.

Is May better than April for visiting Morocco?

Both are excellent. May has slightly higher temperatures (but still perfect), the Rose Festival as a special event and generally fewer crowds than during Easter (which usually falls in April). If you want fewer tourists, May is slightly better.

Morocco in May 2026 | Weather, Rose Festival and Spring Tours

Q: Is May a good time to visit Morocco?

May is one of the best months for Morocco: perfect temperatures (25-32°C), the famous Rose Festival in the Dadès Valley, spring landscapes at their most spectacular and fewer tourists than at Easter. It is the late spring, just before the summer heat begins.

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The Best of Morocco in May

Rose Festival (Kelaa M'Gouna)

Morocco's most special natural event: the Dadès Valley is covered in millions of blooming Damask roses. The festival includes music, craft markets and the election of the Rose Queen. If you do the southern circuit in May, this is a must.

Excellent weather all day

In May Morocco has perfect days: sunny and warm (25-32°C) without the oppressive heat of summer. You can explore the medina all day without being forced to shelter from the midday heat.

Last chance for the green

In June the landscapes begin to dry out. May is the last chance to see the Atlas and Dadès valleys at their greenest, with the contrast of snow-capped mountains in the background.

Better value than Easter

May offers the same great weather as April but with fewer tourists and slightly lower prices. Ideal for families and groups looking for the best balance between quality and cost.

Rose Festival 2026: Usually held in the first week of May in Kelaa M'Gouna. If your circuit includes the south (Merzouga-Ouarzazate), we can incorporate it into the itinerary. Contact us to confirm exact dates.

Tours for May

Fes → Merzouga → Marrakech North-South 7 days Marrakech → Merzouga 3 days

Questions about Morocco in May

Is May a good time to visit Morocco?

Very good. May combines the best of everything: perfect weather (25-32°C), the famous Rose Festival, spring landscapes and fewer tourists than at Easter. Together with April it is the best time of year for the southern circuit.

When is the Rose Festival?

The Rose Festival of Kelaa M'Gouna is usually held in the first week of May (the date changes each year depending on the bloom). Ask us, and if it coincides with your trip we will incorporate it into the southern itinerary.

Is it very hot in Morocco in May?

The heat is warm but not oppressive: 25-32°C in Marrakech and 30-35°C in the Sahara. You can explore all day without any problem. From June onwards the heat becomes notable — May is the last ideal month before summer.

Trip to Morocco in May?

Tell us your dates. If they coincide with the Rose Festival, we will include it in the circuit. Personalised quote in less than 2 hours.

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Morocco in May 2026Roses, Spring and Perfect Skies