Best time to visit Marseille

Q: When is the best time to visit Marseille?

The best time to visit Marseille is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Marseille?

The hottest time of year in Marseille is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Marseille?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Marseille with 84mm on average. There are normally 9 days in October with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Marseille?

The sunniest time of year in Marseille is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 77% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Marseille?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Marseille in August when the water temperature reaches 23°C.

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When is the best time to visit Marseille?

The best time to visit Marseille is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Max Day Temperature (°C)

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Hours of Sunshine (daily)

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Which is the hottest month in Marseille?

The hottest time of year in Marseille is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Marseille?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Marseille with 84mm on average. There are normally 9 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Marseille?

The sunniest time of year in Marseille is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 77% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Marseille?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Marseille in August when the water temperature reaches 23°C.