Marseille in September
The weather in September
In September, Marseille averages daytime highs of 25° and night-time lows of 15° — warm weather by day. Expect around 81 mm of precipitation spread over about 6 wet days, with average cloud cover near 21%.
Days are 4.2° cooler than in August on average, and October is cooler again by about 4.1°. The sea averages 21°, pleasant for a swim.
September scores 85/100 — excellent conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 1st of the twelve months for Marseille.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 07:18 and sets at 19:51 local time, giving 12 h 33 min of daylight. Days shorten by 84 minutes over the month.
Why 85/100?
How the score for September is builtBeach score this month: 88/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Festivals in the region in September
- Rencontres d'ArlesArts festival · Jul–SepArles
- International Festival of Cartoon and Satire Press DrawingArts festivalLes Pennes-Mirabeau
Only the month is given: the exact dates change from year to year.
Around Marseille this month
France's best in September
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Marseille in September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Marseille?
September scores 85/100 for Marseille, which we rate as excellent. Average highs are 25°C with 6 wet days.
How warm is Marseille in September?
Daytime highs average 25°C and night-time lows 15°C in September.
Does it rain a lot in Marseille in September?
Marseille receives about 81 mm of precipitation in September, falling on around 6 days.
Can you swim in Marseille in September?
The sea averages 21°C in September, refreshing but swimmable.