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Bouches-du-Rhône Weather in November

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Bouches-du-Rhône, France in November.

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Marseille Aix en Provence Arles La Ciotat

Planning a getaway to the Bouches-du-Rhône, France this November and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in the Bouches-du-Rhône in November

The Bouches-du-Rhône, France is a region in France. November in the Bouches-du-Rhône generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 16°C (61°F) and nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) in Marseille.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of the Bouches-du-Rhône, France, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In November, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Istres with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to high rainfall in La Ciotat with 111 mm (4.4 in). Based on our climate, it is the month with the most precipitation throughout the year in Marseille.

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Marseille gets approximately 155 hours of sunlight in November, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

Explore the Bouches-du-Rhône by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in the Bouches-du-Rhône — and find the best time to visit. (based on Marseille)

January12°C (54°F) February14°C (57°F) March18°C (64°F) April20°C (68°F) May25°C (77°F) This monthJune29°C (84°F) July32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September27°C (81°F) October22°C (72°F) November16°C (61°F) December13°C (55°F)
Best Time to Visit the Bouches-du-Rhône →

Best Places to Visit in the Bouches-du-Rhône in November

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across the Bouches-du-Rhône.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in the Bouches-du-Rhône

What is the weather like in November for some of the most popular destinations in the Bouches-du-Rhône, France?

Temperature range in the Bouches-du-Rhône (November)

Precipitation variation in the Bouches-du-Rhône (November)

Marseille

In November Marseille generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
7°C (45°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
155 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Marseille →

Aix en Provence

In November Aix en Provence generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
153 hours
142 hours
Monthly rainfall
90 mm (3.5 in)
101 mm (4 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Aix en Provence →

Arles

In November Arles generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
169 hours
151 hours
137 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Arles →

La Ciotat

In November La Ciotat generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
16°C (61°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
193 hours
151 hours
135 hours
Monthly rainfall
94 mm (3.7 in)
111 mm (4.4 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in La Ciotat →

Istres

In November Istres generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« October
November
December »
October
November
December
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
17°C (63°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
8°C (46°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
155 hours
136 hours
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
tolerable
unpleasant
Climate in Istres →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Bouches-du-Rhône, in France.

In our records: France November extremes

Notable November records observed across cities in France in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • From our sources, the wettest November day in France brought 268 mm (11 in) in Carcassonne on November 30, 1993.

Popular cities in November

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Bouches-du-Rhône in November.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Marseille 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Aix en Provence 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 101 mm (4 in)
Arles 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
La Ciotat 16°C (61°F) 11°C (52°F) 111 mm (4.4 in)
Istres 17°C (63°F) 8°C (46°F) 88 mm (3.5 in)
Martigues 17°C (63°F) 9°C (48°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)

The Bouches-du-Rhône weather in November: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Bouches-du-Rhône, France in November?

Expect tolerable weather across the Bouches-du-Rhône, France in November. The popular destination of Marseille averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 7°C (45°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in the Bouches-du-Rhône, France in November?

Daytime temperatures in Marseille peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in November, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

Does the Bouches-du-Rhône, France get a lot of rain in November?

Rain is generally moderate to light in the Bouches-du-Rhône, France during November, with Marseille averaging close to 92 mm (3.6 in).

Is November a Good Time to Visit the Bouches-du-Rhône, France?

In our opinion, November is a good time to visit the Bouches-du-Rhône, France with overall tolerable weather in Marseille. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Marseille. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be unpleasant.

Interested in more climate information?

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