Marrakech vs Fez

Based on sunshine hours, rain days, comfortable temperatures, and humidity levels, Marrakech edges ahead as the better destination in May. Marrakech offers 12 hours of daily sunshine with only 4 rain days, while Fez sees 12 sunshine hours and 7 rain days.

Marrakech sits in the comfortable travel range at 28°C. Fez is also comfortable at 26°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, Marrakech is the stronger choice in May.

Marrakech reaches an average high of 28°C (82°F) and drops to 12°C (54°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 16°C, meaning significant temperature swings between day and night.

Fez averages 26°C (79°F) for the high and 13°C (55°F) for the low, with a daily range of 13°C. The 2°C difference is noticeable but not dramatic.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Marrakech receives approximately 17 mm of rainfall across 4 rain days during May. Rain is occasional, so a light rain jacket should suffice.

Fez sees 46 mm over 7 rain days. That makes Marrakech the drier option by 3 rain days and 29 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 70%.