Verdict: Excellent month
Marseille Weather in August
August runs warm in Marseille, with daily highs around 28°C (82°F) and nights near 20°C (68°F). Rain is a non-issue, with only ~2 wet days in an average year. Overall, August is one of the best months of the year to be in Marseille.
Average high
28°C / 82°F
Average low
20°C / 68°F
Rain days
~2
Precipitation
26 mm
What to pack for Marseille in August
- Summer clothes, plus one light layer for air-con and evenings
- High-SPF sunscreen, sunglasses, and a refillable water bottle
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
August against the rest of the year
Warmest in Marseille: Jul (28°C / 82°F) · Coolest: Jan (12°C / 54°F) · Wettest: Nov (~9 rain days)
12°
5°
Jan
13°
7°
Feb
15°
8°
Mar
17°
10°
Apr
21°
14°
May
25°
18°
Jun
28°
20°
Jul
28°
20°
Aug
24°
17°
Sep
21°
14°
Oct
16°
10°
Nov
12°
7°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)