May · Morocco
Best time to visit Rabat in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Rabat in May
Average temperature 20°C, 14 mm of rain, about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 74% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
9.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 14 mm
- Humidity
- 74%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 31
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$$ · Peak Season Rates ($$$)
May in Rabat scores 9.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 20°C, 14 mm of rain, and roughly 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Rabat pairs a royal palace, an Oudaya kasbah and Roman ruins at the mouth of the Bou Regreg.
May in Rabat — one of the year's strongest windows (2nd)
May averages 20°C (68°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Rain is a non-issue at 14 mm for the month, with about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 13.8 hours of daylight to work with.
A 9.7/10 puts this among the year's best months in Rabat (2nd of 12); only April scores higher, at 9.8/10.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection.
Plan for peak pricing, with crowds are moderate. You are paying the year's highest rates for the year's best conditions — book early or shift a few weeks either side.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Rabat in May?
- In May, Rabat averages 20°C, 14 mm of rain, and about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 9.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Rabat?
- May earns a 9.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Rabat in May?
- Expect about 14 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 74% and there are about 31 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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