Marseille Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Marseille. The annual average is 20°C high / 11°C low — hottest in July (30°C) and coldest in January (4°C).
Marseille Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Marseille's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 20° / 11°
- Best time to visit
- May, June, September
- Hottest month
- July (30°C)
- Coldest month
- January (4°C)
- Wettest month
- October (95mm)
- Driest month
- July (12mm)
As of 2026, Marseille's weather averages 20°C high / 11°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is May, June, September. The hottest month is July (30°C), the coldest is January (4°C), and the wettest is October (95mm).
Best Time to Visit Marseille
BEST MONTH — 22°C ideal, sea warming, Mistral subsiding, wildflowers in Calanques, fewer crowds than July-August. Festival de Marseille starts (contemporary dance + theater).
Warm summer. Sea swimming peak. Calanques entry quotas start (Sormiou + Morgiou + Calanque de Marseilleveyre require free reservation June-September).
BEST MONTH WITH MAY — ideal weather, sea still warm, reduced crowds, restaurants reopen after August, Calanques quotas end mid-September. Wedding season ends.
Marseille Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 12° / 4° | 55mm | 6 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 13° / 4° | 45mm | 5 | Quiet | Details → |
| March | 16° / 6° | 45mm | 5 | Moderate | Details → |
| April | 18° / 9° | 50mm | 6 | Moderate | Details → |
| May | 22° / 12° | 35mm | 4 | Busy | Details → |
| June | 26° / 16° | 25mm | 3 | Busy | Details → |
| July | 30° / 19° | 12mm | 2 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 30° / 19° | 25mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 25° / 16° | 55mm | 5 | Busy | Details → |
| October | 21° / 12° | 95mm | 7 | Moderate | Details → |
| November | 16° / 8° | 80mm | 7 | Quiet | Details → |
| December | 13° / 5° | 65mm | 6 | Moderate | Details → |
What to Wear in Marseille by Season
Spring. T-shirt + light jacket evening + windbreaker for Mistral.
Hot summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV.
Autumn cool. Light jacket + sweater + umbrella.
Mild. Light coat + sweater + windbreaker for Mistral.
Marseille Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Marseille? +
For weather, May, June, September are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 22°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Marseille? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 30°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of 4°C. The annual average is 20°C high / 11°C low.
When does it rain most in Marseille? +
The wettest month is October (95mm over about 7 rainy days) and the driest is July (12mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 587mm.
What should I pack for Marseille? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 19/9°C — Spring. T-shirt + light jacket evening + windbreaker for Mistral. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 29/18°C — Hot summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 21/12°C — Autumn cool. Light jacket + sweater + umbrella. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 13/4°C — Mild. Light coat + sweater + windbreaker for Mistral.
What is the weather in Marseille this month (June)? +
June averages 26°C high / 16°C low with 25mm rainfall over about 3 rainy days. Crowds are busy and prices are high.
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Why you can trust weather guide
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.