France Marseille Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Marseille is moderate
Marseille Weather in January — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 12° / 4°
- Rainfall
- 55mm · 6 days
- Crowds
- Quiet
As of 2026, Marseille in January averages a high of 12°C and low of 4°C with 55mm of rain over about 6 days. Mild winter. Light coat + sweater + scarf + windbreaker for Mistral.
January is moderate for Marseille.
Mildest Mediterranean winter city. Vieux Port walks pleasant. Hotel rates lowest of year. Mistral wind 3-7 day events bring cold + dry gusts.
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Marseille January Weather Stats
Avg High
12°C
Avg Low
4°C
Rainy Days
6
55mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
moderate
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
12 km/h
Gusts 50
Sea Temp
13°C
no swimming
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
15 μg/m³
PM10
28 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
10°C
Nighttime
2°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
12 km/h
Max gust 50 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotels 40-50% off summer
- Mild 12°C Mediterranean winter
- Vieux Port walks quiet
- MUCEM + Le Panier indoor focus
- Mistral brings crystal-clear skies
Cons
- Mistral wind up to 100 km/h chills sharply
- Sea cold 13°C no swimming
- Calanques boat tours suspended Mistral days
- Daylight 9.5h
January Events & Festivals
- Quiet shoulder month
- Mistral wind events
Marseille in January — Full Picture
Mildest Mediterranean winter city. Vieux Port walks pleasant. Hotel rates lowest of year. Mistral wind 3-7 day events bring cold + dry gusts.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild winter. Light coat + sweater + scarf + windbreaker for Mistral.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
9°C
5/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
28.7°C
18°C
2.7/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
20.7°C
12°C
6.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current12.7°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 January Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Marseille?
Marseille in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Marseille in January?
Marseille January averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C.
Does it rain much in Marseille in January?
Marseille January averages 55mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Marseille in January?
Mild winter. Light coat + sweater + scarf + windbreaker for Mistral.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Marseille in January?
Marseille January sunrise is 08:00 and sunset is 17:25, with 9h 25min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Marseille in January?
Marseille January air quality (AQI) averages 45, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 15μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Marseille in January?
In January, Marseille is great for Vieux Port walks, MUCEM + Le Panier, Notre-Dame de la Garde.
Is January peak season in Marseille?
Marseille January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.