Marseille in October
The weather in October
In October, Marseille averages daytime highs of 21° and night-time lows of 13° — mild weather by day. Expect around 78 mm of precipitation spread over about 8 wet days, with average cloud cover near 31%.
Days are 4.1° cooler than in September on average, and November is cooler again by about 5°. The sea averages 19°, bracing but swimmable.
October scores 81/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 5th of the twelve months for Marseille. For the most comfortable weather, consider May, June and September instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 07:52 and sets at 18:57 local time, giving 11 h 05 min of daylight. Days shorten by 85 minutes over the month.
Why 81/100?
How the score for October is builtBeach score this month: 45/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Marseille this month
France's best in October
Marseille in October: quick answers
Is October a good time to visit Marseille?
October scores 81/100 for Marseille, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 21°C with 8 wet days.
How warm is Marseille in October?
Daytime highs average 21°C and night-time lows 13°C in October.
Does it rain a lot in Marseille in October?
Marseille receives about 78 mm of precipitation in October, falling on around 8 days.
Can you swim in Marseille in October?
The sea averages 19°C in October, refreshing but swimmable.