Monthly climate guide
Marseille weather in May
Expect warm weather in Marseille in May: afternoons reach about 22°C (71°F), while nights drop to around 11°C (51°F). Around 45 mm of rain falls over the month (fairly dry), and skies are a mix of sun and cloud. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 6°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 6°C warmer.
- Marseille is usually about 2°C warmer than Saint-Tropez, 100 km away, in May.
- Good walking weather for combining Notre-Dame de la Garde and Vieux-Port in one day.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Marseille.
Avg high
22°C
71°F
Avg low
11°C
51°F
Rainfall
45 mm
fairly dry
Humidity
67%
relative
Sky
48%
cloud · a mix of sun and cloud
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 May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May 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 May
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Marseille in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Marseille?
Yes. May is one of the best months for Marseille, with highs around 22°C and about 45 mm of rain.
How warm is Marseille in May?
Average highs are about 22°C (71°F) and average lows about 11°C (51°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Marseille in May?
Marseille typically gets around 45 mm of rain in May — 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.