When to go · Merzouga

Merzouga in June

Avoid month. Listed as a month to avoid: Jun–Aug (extreme heat), and the cold nights of Dec–Jan if you camp.

Key facts

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Verdict

AvoidBest and avoid months for Merzouga

Listed as a month to avoid: Jun–Aug (extreme heat), and the cold nights of Dec–Jan if you camp.

Long-term averages

MerzougaHighs around 38 °C, lows around 22 °C, rain on about 0 daysHighs around 100 °F, lows around 72 °F, rain on about 0 days
Sahara and southern valleys, Morocco · Merzouga, Zagora, Dades, Ouarzazatehot
Warm days and near-freezing nights Dec–Feb; spring can bring sandstorms; June–August is dangerous heat in the dunes.

Morocco overall: Heat builds inland; go to the coast and mountains.