City in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Marseille weather by month and the best time to visit
When to go to Marseille
Spring and autumn are warm and good for hiking. July–August is very hot, Calanques paths may close for fire risk, and the mistral wind blows in winter.
Marseille weather by month
Average daily high, rainfall and conditions.
- Jan11°48 mm
- Feb12°38 mm
- Mar16°40 mm
- Apr20°47 mm
- May24°47 mm
- Jun30°29 mm
- Jul33°13 mm
- Aug32°21 mm
- Sep27°50 mm
- Oct22°75 mm
- Nov16°94 mm
- Dec12°54 mm
Monthly averages
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 11°C52°F | 3°C38°F | 48 mm | 84% | Cool |
| February | 12°C54°F | 3°C37°F | 38 mm | 81% | Cool |
| March | 16°C61°F | 6°C42°F | 40 mm | 76% | Cool |
| April | 20°C67°F | 9°C48°F | 47 mm | 71% | Pleasant |
| May | 24°C75°F | 13°C55°F | 47 mm | 66% | Pleasant |
| June | 30°C86°F | 17°C63°F | 29 mm | 58% | Pleasant |
| July | 33°C92°F | 20°C68°F | 13 mm | 51% | Hot |
| August | 32°C90°F | 20°C67°F | 21 mm | 53% | Pleasant |
| September | 27°C81°F | 16°C60°F | 50 mm | 63% | Pleasant |
| October | 22°C72°F | 12°C54°F | 75 mm | 75% | Pleasant |
| November | 16°C61°F | 7°C45°F | 94 mm | 82% | Cool |
| December | 12°C54°F | 4°C39°F | 54 mm | 84% | Cool |
Best months across France
| Place | Best months | Warmest month |
|---|---|---|
| Paris | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (25°C) |
| Nice | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Provence | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| French Riviera | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (26°C) |
| Lyon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (28°C) |
| Marseille | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Bordeaux | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
| Cannes | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Strasbourg | May–Jun, Sep–Oct, Dec | Jul (27°C) |
| Chamonix | Jun–Sep, Dec–Mar | Jul (22°C) |
| Annecy | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (26°C) |
| Corsica | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (30°C) |
| Aix-en-Provence | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (32°C) |
| Toulouse | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Loire Valley | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (27°C) |
| Normandy | May–Jul, Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Montpellier | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Avignon | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (33°C) |
| Biarritz | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (27°C) |
| Colmar | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (27°C) |
| Saint-Tropez | May–Jun, Sep | Jul (30°C) |
| Antibes | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (30°C) |
| Nantes | May–Sep | Jul (25°C) |
| Lille | May–Sep | Jul (23°C) |
| Carcassonne | Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct | Jul (31°C) |
| Brittany | Jun–Sep | Jul (24°C) |
| Dordogne | May–Jun, Sep–Oct | Aug (28°C) |
Quick answers
What is the best month to visit Marseille?
Apr–Jun, Sep–Oct. Spring and autumn are warm and good for hiking. July–August is very hot, Calanques paths may close for fire risk, and the mistral wind blows in winter.
When is the rainy season in Marseille?
Rain peaks in November with about 94 mm. No month averages 150 mm or more.
What is the hottest month in Marseille?
July, with average highs of 33°C (92°F).
How cold does Marseille get?
The coolest nights are in February, averaging 3°C (37°F).
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Sources
Climate averages are modelled from NASA POWER (MERRA-2) for 2001–2020 at about 50 km resolution, so coasts and valleys can differ a little. Temperatures are adjusted by 1.9°C for the city's elevation. Compiled and reviewed by SoloSquare. How we compile and score this. Spotted something out of date? Tell us.