France Marseille Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Marseille is very-high
Marseille Weather in August — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 30° / 19°
- Rainfall
- 25mm · 3 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Marseille in August averages a high of 30°C and low of 19°C with 25mm of rain over about 3 days. Like July. Peak summer.
August is very-high for Marseille.
Peak summer. European holidays. Hotels at maximum. MANY MARSEILLE RESTAURANTS CLOSE 2-3 WEEKS in August (locals leave for the coast) — Chez Étienne + many bistros shut. Check ahead.
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Marseille August Weather Stats
Avg High
30°C
Avg Low
19°C
Rainy Days
3
25mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 25
Sea Temp
23°C
swimming peak
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
30°C
Nighttime
19°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 25 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 30°C peak summer
- Sea 23°C warmest
- Marsatac festival
- Long days
Cons
- Hotels at peak
- Tourist crush peak
- Many restaurants close locally
- Calanques quotas peak
- AM par Alexandre Mazzia closed all August
August Events & Festivals
- European summer holidays peak
- Marsatac electronic music end of August
- Many restaurants close
Marseille in August — Full Picture
Peak summer. European holidays. Hotels at maximum. MANY MARSEILLE RESTAURANTS CLOSE 2-3 WEEKS in August (locals leave for the coast) — Chez Étienne + many bistros shut. Check ahead.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like July. Peak summer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
9°C
5/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current28.7°C
18°C
2.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20.7°C
12°C
6.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
12.7°C
4.3°C
5.7/mo
Marseille Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12° | 4° | 6d·55mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 4° | 5d·45mm | 6h | 68% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 16° | 6° | 5d·45mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 18° | 9° | 6d·50mm | 8h | 65% | 6 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| May (Best) | 22° | 12° | 4d·35mm | 9h | 65% | 8 | Busy | Shoulder |
| June (Best) | 26° | 16° | 3d·25mm | 10h | 65% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 30° | 19° | 2d·12mm | 11h | 60% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 30° | 19° | 3d·25mm | 10h | 65% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 25° | 16° | 5d·55mm | 8h | 65% | 7 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 21° | 12° | 7d·95mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 16° | 8° | 7d·80mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 13° | 5° | 6d·65mm | 5h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Marseille August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Marseille?
Marseille in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Marseille in August?
Marseille August averages a high of 30°C and a low of 19°C.
Does it rain much in Marseille in August?
Marseille August averages 25mm of rainfall over about 3 rainy days.
What should I wear in Marseille in August?
Like July. Peak summer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Marseille in August?
Marseille August sunrise is 06:10 and sunset is 20:30, with 14h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Marseille in August?
Marseille August air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Marseille in August?
In August, Marseille is great for Calanques (book slot), Cassis, Vieux Port beach clubs.
Is August peak season in Marseille?
Marseille August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.