May 8 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Essaouira. With minimal rain risk (3%) and pleasant highs of 23°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Essaouira—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Essaouira
Currency
MAD
د.م. Moroccan dirham
Language
Arabic
+1 more
Driving
Right side
Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.969
Essaouira Weather Forecast for May 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.8°C. 3% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Essaouira in May
Based on historical data for May 8, Essaouira typically experiences temperatures between 15.7°C and 22.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (3% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Essaouira
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
22.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
3%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
32%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.1 hPa
Low volatility
Essaouira Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30+ required, seek shade
06:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 11 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 17 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 28 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.7°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in Morocco
Flight Traffic
Moderate
50/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~3
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Essaouira
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:49
☀️ Noon
13:36
🌇 Sunset
20:24
⏱️ Daylight
13h 35m
Wind Speed
27.8 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
12.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Essaouira
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Essaouira on May 8 averages 22.8°C with a 3% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 97/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Essaouira Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 9
23°C • 4% rain
Score
98
May 10
23.2°C • 3% rain
Score
98
May 11
23.3°C • 4% rain
Score
98
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📍 Is Essaouira Worth Visiting on May 8?
Planning a trip to Essaouira on May 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 22.8°C with a 3% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 3 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for Morocco, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 17.9°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.73m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.8°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 14.8°C in 2019.