Verdict: Excellent month
Marseille Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Marseille — highs around 21°C (70°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Rain is occasional — about 6 wet days in a typical year. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Marseille.
Average high
21°C / 70°F
Average low
14°C / 57°F
Rain days
~6
Precipitation
58 mm
What to pack for Marseille in May
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May 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)