Monthly climate guide
Marseille weather in August
With highs near 31°C (88°F) and lows around 18°C (65°F), August feels hot in Marseille. Rainfall averages about 23 mm (fairly dry) and the sky is mostly sunny. Daytime highs are about the same as July and 5°C warmer than September.
What stands out in August
- Just 70 km apart, but Marseille runs about 2°C warmer than Arles this month.
- Plan Calanques National Park for the cooler hours — early morning is best.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 13°C.
- Only one month is warmer in Marseille than August.
Avg high
31°C
88°F
Avg low
18°C
65°F
Rainfall
23 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
53%
relative
Sky
31%
cloud · mostly sunny
Marseille weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 50°F | 2°C / 36°F | 47 mm | 84% | 57% |
| February | 11°C / 52°F | 2°C / 35°F | 42 mm | 82% | 53% |
| March | 15°C / 58°F | 4°C / 40°F | 51 mm | 77% | 52% |
| April | 18°C / 64°F | 7°C / 45°F | 52 mm | 73% | 50% |
| May | 22°C / 71°F | 11°C / 51°F | 45 mm | 67% | 48% |
| June | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 60°F | 33 mm | 60% | 39% |
| July | 31°C / 89°F | 18°C / 65°F | 18 mm | 53% | 27% |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 18°C / 65°F | 23 mm | 53% | 31% |
| September | 27°C / 80°F | 15°C / 58°F | 35 mm | 62% | 41% |
| October | 21°C / 70°F | 11°C / 52°F | 85 mm | 74% | 52% |
| November | 15°C / 59°F | 7°C / 44°F | 120 mm | 83% | 59% |
| December | 11°C / 52°F | 3°C / 38°F | 48 mm | 86% | 54% |
What to pack for August
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- Sunglasses
Is August a good time to visit Marseille?
Our Marseille guide recommends: May to June or September for warm weather without the peak summer crowds.
Try bouillabaisse at a restaurant that follows the Charte de la Bouillabaisse — it guarantees a traditional preparation.
Best time to visit Marseille →Other France cities in August
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Marseille in August: quick answers
Is August a good time to visit Marseille?
It can be, if you like heat: August highs in Marseille are around 31°C. Good for the beach; plan sightseeing for early morning and evening.
How warm is Marseille in August?
Average highs are about 31°C (88°F) and average lows about 18°C (65°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Marseille in August?
Marseille typically gets around 23 mm of rain in August — fairly dry.
When is the best time to visit Marseille?
May to June or September for warm weather without the peak summer crowds.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Marseille (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.