Marseille weather in January (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

Curious about the January weather in Marseille? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In January, Marseille typically experiences moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January falls within the winter season. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 3°C. This time of year is characterized by the most temperate climate of all the months.

Marseille in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 55 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 10 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 145 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Marseille. April, May, June, July, August, September and October generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Marseille climate page with graphs.

 

Marseille, monthly averages in January

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 12°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 34%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 75%  
SunshineSunshine 145 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53%  

Where to go in France in January

Find out more about the weather in France in January and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Marseille in January?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in January.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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