May in one line: The sunniest month (about 9.5 hours a day) with almost no rain and 24°C afternoons. Excellent for everything except a warm swim. Eid al-Adha around 16–17 May 2027 closes many shops.
Weather and sea in May
Less than one rainy day on average. Afternoons around 24°C, nights 16°C. The sea warms to 18°C. Small, clean waves: ideal for learning to surf.
| Afternoon high | Night low | Sea | Sunshine | Rainy days | Crowds | Surf |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24.2°C | 15.9°C | 18°C | ~9.6 h/day | ~0.8 | Medium | Small (beginners) |
Averages: air from NOAA 1991–2020 normals (Agadir-Inezgane), sea from a 10-year average. Real days vary; check today's weather and sea temperature before you go.
Swimming: the sea is 18°C, cool but swimmable on sunny afternoons; surfers still wear a wetsuit. Outside the summer season there are few or no lifeguards. Rip currents and holes form after winter storms; stay in your depth near other people, and never swim at night. Read the Agadir beaches guide before your first swim.
Surf: Small, clean waves: beginner season. See Taghazout surf lessons for schools, spots and prices.
Events and holidays
Labour Day (1 May) is a public holiday. Eid al-Adha is expected around 16–17 May 2027: Crocoparc closes on the first day and many shops shut for 2–3 days.
What to do in May
- Beginner surf lessons or a 5-lesson pack in Taghazout
- Crocoparc at opening time, then a long lunch
- Quad or buggy rides in the morning or at sunset
- Souss-Massa before the summer heat inland
Ideas for the days themselves: things to do in Agadir, the 3-day itinerary and, with children, Agadir with kids.
What to avoid
- Planning Crocoparc or a souk morning on the first day of Eid al-Adha
- Big Atlas or Marrakech trips at the end of the month without checking the heat forecast
Booking and packing
Book: Tours and lessons: a day or two ahead. Around Eid, book buses and transfers early.
Pack: Summer clothes, a hat, high-factor sunscreen, one light layer for the evening.
Arriving by plane? Our airport to the city guide has the taxi fares and the 50 MAD Aerobus. Check what things should cost on the fair prices page.
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Agadir in May: frequently asked questions
Is May a good time to visit Agadir?
The sunniest month (about 9.5 hours a day) with almost no rain and 24°C afternoons. Excellent for everything except a warm swim. Eid al-Adha around 16–17 May 2027 closes many shops. Compare all twelve months on our best time to visit Agadir page.
How warm is Agadir in May?
Average afternoon highs are around 24°C and night lows around 16°C, with about 1 rainy day and about 9.6 hours of sunshine a day (297 hours over the month). Less than one rainy day on average. Afternoons around 24°C, nights 16°C. The sea warms to 18°C. Small, clean waves: ideal for learning to surf.
Can you swim in the sea in Agadir in May?
The sea averages 18°C in May, which is cool but swimmable on sunny afternoons; surfers still wear a wetsuit. There are few or no lifeguards outside the summer season (about mid-June to mid-September), so stay in your depth on busy stretches and never swim at night. A black flag means swimming is prohibited. Today’s sea conditions are on our Agadir weather today page.
Is May good for surfing in Taghazout?
Small, clean waves: beginner season. Beginners do best from April to October, when waves are smaller; the big northwest swells run from October/November to March. A 2–2.5 h group lesson with board and wetsuit costs 250–450 MAD. More on our Taghazout surf lessons guide.
What should I pack for Agadir in May?
Summer clothes, a hat, high-factor sunscreen, one light layer for the evening.
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