Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur Weather by Month and Climate Averages

How much rain does Marseille get?

Marseille gets 532 mm of precipitation in an average year, spread over about 84 days with measurable rain. That is fewer rainy days than 98% of France.

September is the wettest month, with 82 mm. July is the driest, with 11 mm. October has the most rainy days, about 11.

The longest dry spell in the last five years lasted 51 days, to August 13, 2022.

Marseille weather by month

Marseille weather in January

In January, Marseille averages a high of 12°C and a low of 3°C. It gets 47 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The January record high is 20°C (2007) and the record low is -12°C (1985).

Marseille weather in February

In February, Marseille averages a high of 13°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 30 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 54% of daylight hours. The February record high is 22°C (2022) and the record low is -9°C (1986).

Marseille weather in March

In March, Marseille averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C. It gets 29 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The March record high is 26°C (1989) and the record low is -7°C (1971).

Marseille weather in April

In April, Marseille averages a high of 19°C and a low of 9°C. It gets 52 mm of precipitation over about 8 rainy days. The sun is out about 56% of daylight hours. The April record high is 29°C (2012) and the record low is -2°C (2021). April is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Marseille weather in May

In May, Marseille averages a high of 23°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 38 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The May record high is 35°C (2009) and the record low is 2°C (1979). May is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Marseille weather in June

In June, Marseille averages a high of 28°C and a low of 17°C. It gets 28 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 60% of daylight hours. The June record high is 39°C (2019) and the record low is 8°C (1984).

Marseille weather in July

In July, Marseille averages a high of 31°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 11 mm of precipitation over about 3 rainy days. The sun is out about 77% of daylight hours. The July record high is 41°C (2026) and the record low is 11°C (2000).

Marseille weather in August

In August, Marseille averages a high of 31°C and a low of 19°C. It gets 26 mm of precipitation over about 4 rainy days. The sun is out about 74% of daylight hours. The August record high is 39°C (2017) and the record low is 9°C (1986).

Marseille weather in September

In September, Marseille averages a high of 26°C and a low of 16°C. It gets 82 mm of precipitation over about 7 rainy days. The sun is out about 58% of daylight hours. The September record high is 34°C (2016) and the record low is 7°C (1972).

Marseille weather in October

In October, Marseille averages a high of 21°C and a low of 13°C. It gets 73 mm of precipitation over about 11 rainy days. The sun is out about 48% of daylight hours. The October record high is 31°C (1997) and the record low is 1°C (1974). October is one of the most comfortable months to visit.

Marseille weather in November

In November, Marseille averages a high of 16°C and a low of 8°C. It gets 76 mm of precipitation over about 10 rainy days. The sun is out about 51% of daylight hours. The November record high is 24°C (1984) and the record low is -5°C (1988).

Marseille weather in December

In December, Marseille averages a high of 12°C and a low of 4°C. It gets 41 mm of precipitation over about 9 rainy days. The sun is out about 50% of daylight hours. The December record high is 21°C (1989) and the record low is -7°C (1973).

Sunshine, humidity and wind in Marseille

July is the sunniest month in Marseille, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest, at 48%. Over the year the sun shines about 57% of daylight hours. Marseille is sunnier than 98% of France.

Humidity peaks in December at 78% and is lowest in July at 66%.

Marseille has about 20 days a year above 32°C. Marseille is hotter than 99% of France.

First and last freeze in Marseille

The first fall freeze in Marseille typically comes around November 29, and the last spring freeze around February 28. That leaves a frost-free growing season of about 274 days.

Marseille weather records

The hottest temperature on record at the Marseille station is 41°C, on July 8, 2026. The coldest is -12°C, on January 7, 1985.

The wettest day on record brought 161 mm of rain, on October 2, 1973.

38 all-time records have been set at the station since 1970.

The annual mean temperature has changed by +0.4°C per decade since 1970.

The best time to visit Marseille

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.

Winter (December–February) is chilly, with average highs around 12°C and lows near 4°C.

Spring (March–May) is mild, with average highs around 20°C and lows near 10°C.

Summer (June–August) is hot, with average highs around 30°C and lows near 19°C.

Autumn (September–November) is warm, with average highs around 21°C and lows near 12°C.

Marseille climate questions

How much rain does Marseille get?

Marseille gets 532 mm of precipitation in an average year, over about 84 rainy days.

What is the wettest month in Marseille?

September is the wettest month in Marseille, with 82 mm. July is the driest, with 11 mm.

How many rainy days does Marseille have a year?

Marseille has about 84 days with measurable rain in an average year. October has the most, about 11.

What is the hottest month in Marseille?

July is the warmest month in Marseille, with an average high of 31°C.

What is the coldest month in Marseille?

January is the coldest month in Marseille, with an average low of 3°C.

What is the record high temperature in Marseille?

The record high at the Marseille station is 41°C, set on July 8, 2026. The record low is -12°C, on January 7, 1985.

What is the sunniest month in Marseille?

July is the sunniest month in Marseille, with sunshine about 77% of daylight hours. October is the cloudiest.

When is the first frost in Marseille?

The first fall freeze in Marseille typically comes around November 29. The last spring freeze is around February 28.

What is the best time to visit Marseille?

The most comfortable time to visit is typically April to May and October, when daytime highs sit near 21°C.