France Marseille Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Marseille is moderate
Marseille Weather in March — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 16° / 6°
- Rainfall
- 45mm · 5 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Marseille in March averages a high of 16°C and low of 6°C with 45mm of rain over about 5 days. Spring transition. Light layers + windbreaker for Mistral.
March is moderate for Marseille.
Spring start — pleasant weather between Mistral days. Pre-peak crowds. Mistral wind heaviest March-April — Calanques boat tours suspend frequently.
Travel score
Marseille March Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
6°C
Rainy Days
5
45mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
14 km/h
Gusts 60
Sea Temp
13°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
13 μg/m³
PM10
24 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
15°C
Nighttime
5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
14 km/h
Max gust 60 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 16°C improving
- Daylight 12h
- Pre-peak prices
- Spring blooms in Calanques
Cons
- Mistral wind brutal 100+ km/h
- Sea still cold 13°C
- Boat tours canceled often
- Variable weather
March Events & Festivals
- Spring blooms start
- Mistral wind heaviest
Marseille in March — Full Picture
Spring start — pleasant weather between Mistral days. Pre-peak crowds. Mistral wind heaviest March-April — Calanques boat tours suspend frequently.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Spring transition. Light layers + windbreaker for Mistral.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current18.7°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)
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Marseille?
Marseille in March is moderate. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Marseille in March?
Marseille March averages a high of 16°C and a low of 6°C.
Does it rain much in Marseille in March?
Marseille March averages 45mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Marseille in March?
Spring transition. Light layers + windbreaker for Mistral.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Marseille in March?
Marseille March sunrise is 06:50 and sunset is 18:30, with 11h 40min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Marseille in March?
Marseille March air quality (AQI) averages 38, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 13μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Marseille in March?
In March, Marseille is great for Vieux Port walks, Calanques hikes (boat alternative), Cassis day trip.
Is March peak season in Marseille?
Marseille March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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