Marseille weather in May
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers. Average highs of 21°C and lows of 14°C, with around 7 rainy days expected throughout the month.
✦ This is a recommended month to visit Marseille. The combination of weather, atmosphere and experience is at its best.
Average high
21°C
Average low
14°C
Rainy days
7 days
Best months to visit
May, June, July, August, September
What to do in Marseille in May
Whatever the weather, Marseille rewards curious visitors. Here are some of the best ways to spend your time:
Explore the Vieux Port and watch fishing boats
Hike to the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde (city views)
Visit the Musée d'Histoire (Roman and medieval history)
Kayak to Les Calanques' turquoise coves
Browse the central market Cours Belsunce
Walk the MuCEM (Museum of Civilisations) waterfront
What to pack for May
Light layers work well — T-shirts and shorts for the day, a light jacket for evenings. Comfortable walking shoes are a must. Bring a compact umbrella just in case.
Browse other months
January
11C
Cool, with occasional showers.
February
12C
Cool, with occasional showers.
March
15C
Cool, with occasional showers.
April
17C
Cool, with occasional showers.
Recommended
May (you are here)
21C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
Recommended
June
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
Recommended
July
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, and mostly sunny skies.
Recommended
September
25C
Warm and pleasant, with occasional showers.
October
20C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
November
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
December
13C
Cool, with occasional showers.
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