May Half Term to Morocco

May brings warm, settled weather to several parts of Morocco, and these places tend to offer the most reliable sunshine during the school break.

• Agadir: Agadir sits on the Atlantic coast and benefits from a long, sheltered sandy bay with reliable sunshine in May. Because the Atlantic breezes keep daytime temperatures comfortable, it feels more relaxed than the inland cities during the same week. The trade-off is that the resort is more modern and less historic than the imperial cities, so it suits travellers who want beach days rather than medina wandering. We think it is one of the most dependable warm-weather bases for a short break in spring. It is exactly the brief our Morocco holidays deals are built around.
• Marrakech: Marrakech is one of the warmer destinations in Morocco during late spring, and inland temperatures can climb well above comfortable levels as the month progresses. Early mornings and late afternoons are the best times to explore the medina and the gardens, while midday is often spent in shaded riads with rooftop pools. Visitors looking for dependable heat and culture will find it rewarding, though the city is busier and more intense than the coast. We recommend it for those who enjoy a lively pace and are comfortable adjusting their schedule around the sun.
• Essaouira: Essaouira offers mild, breezy weather in May, with the Atlantic keeping the town cooler than inland cities at the same time of year. Its fortified harbour and ramparts are pleasant to walk in the early part of the day, and the steady wind makes it a popular base for watersports. The town is smaller than the big inland cities and has fewer large hotels, which means quieter evenings but a more limited choice of nightlife. For a warm but not scorching week, we think it strikes a good balance.
• Tangier: Tangier sits near the Strait of Gibraltar on the northern tip of Morocco, where May weather is mild and usually comfortable for sightseeing. The city has a ferry link to Spain, which makes it easy to combine with a wider European itinerary, though this adds travel time compared with a direct resort flight. Expect cooler evenings than the southern resorts, so pack layers for the coast. It is a sensible choice for travellers who want warmth without extreme heat.
• Asilah: Asilah is a small whitewashed fortified town on the Atlantic coast, just along the shore from the northern port city, where May temperatures are mild and the sea breeze keeps afternoons pleasant. It is considerably quieter than the imperial cities, and its painted walls and walkable medina make a gentle, low-key base. The trade-off is limited nightlife and fewer large hotels, so it suits couples and independent travellers more than groups. We find it a useful option for a warm week with a slower rhythm.