2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Marseille in January

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

January is a good time to visit Marseille. Marseille has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 13°C, lows of 8°C, and approximately 8 rainy days per month.

Avg High

13°C

Avg Low

8°C

Rainy days

8days

Daylight

9.3h

Is January a good time to visit Marseille?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

8:09 AM

Sunset

5:28 PM

Live January Forecast

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Forecast for your trip dates

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Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 13°C 8°C 8 Good
February 14°C 8°C 4 Good
March 15°C 8°C 5 Good
April 18°C 11°C 7 Excellent (best)
May 22°C 15°C 8 Excellent (best)
June 24°C 18°C 5 Excellent (best)
July 28°C 21°C 0 Good
August 28°C 21°C 1 Good
September 25°C 18°C 10 Excellent (best)
October 19°C 12°C 11 Excellent (best)
November 17°C 11°C 4 Good
December 12°C 7°C 12 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for January

Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is January a good time to visit Marseille? +

January is typically Good for visiting Marseille, with average highs of 13°C and around 8 rainy days.

What should I pack for Marseille in January? +

With highs of 13°C and lows of 8°C in {month}, we recommend: Layers, a light jacket, comfortable walking shoes, and an umbrella.

Does it rain a lot in Marseille in January? +

Marseille typically sees around 8 rainy days in January.

How many hours of daylight are there in Marseille in January? +

In January, Marseille gets approximately 9.3 hours of daylight per day.

Is January peak season in Marseille? +

No, January is not peak season in Marseille. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Marseille? +

The best months to visit Marseille are April, May, June, September, October, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Europe/Paris)

Last Updated: January 2026

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