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Marseille in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Planning a trip and want to know what the weather in Marseille in March will be like? Take a look at our weather guide for Marseille, based on historical data.
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March

Weather in Marseille in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
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Cloudy
Weather for Marseille in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +61°F during the day, and approximately 13 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 4 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in March around 42 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+21°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
42 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
13 ☀️
Sunny Days
14 ⛅️
Cloudy
4 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Marseille has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Marseille in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Marseille for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

Going from a maximum of +72°F during the day to a minimum of +32°F during the night, the temperature in March averages around +63°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 18% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +59°F to +66°F.

Is Marseille warm or cold in March?

Marseille is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +55°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +41°F to +45°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Marseille:

Climate in Marseille in March

Marseille weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+55°F+61°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+16°F+21°F+30°F
Max. temperature
+75°F+77°F+86°F
Rainfall
46 mm42 mm59 mm
Wind
4 m/s4 m/s4 m/s
Humidity
72%70%70%
Air pressure
1016 HPa1015 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
101311
Cloudy days
141414
Rainy days
445
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +55°F to +61°F during the day. As March arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 46 mm to 42 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 70%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 4 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 10 to 13.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Marseille in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 8 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.

The average wind speed in Marseille is gradually increasing during March, going from 3 m/s to 8 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Marseille based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 29% chance of rain on an average day in March, with total rainfall of approximately 27 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 11 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during March, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how March is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Marseille wettest month is October, where a typical day has a 19% chance of precipitation and 90 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 3% chance of precipitation and 12 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last March in Marseille?

This is the weather in Marseille in March 2023:
1 March
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+59°F
2 March
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+57°F
3 March
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+59°F
4 March
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+63°F
5 March
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+56°F
6 March
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+52°F
7 March
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+55°F
8 March
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+58°F
9 March
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+59°F
10 March
☁️
+59°F
11 March
☁️
+58°F
12 March
🌧️
+57°F
13 March
🌧️
+54°F
14 March
☀️
+62°F
15 March
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+64°F
16 March
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+62°F
17 March
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+65°F
18 March
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+63°F
19 March
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+65°F
20 March
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+60°F
21 March
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+62°F
22 March
☀️
+63°F
23 March
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+65°F
24 March
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+67°F
25 March
☀️
+67°F
26 March
☀️
+71°F
27 March
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+72°F
28 March
☀️
+71°F
29 March
☀️
+68°F
30 March
🌧️
+58°F
31 March
☀️
+66°F
In March 2023 Marseille had 26 sunny days, 2 cloudy days, and 3 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 61%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 16%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Marseille climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Marseille in March has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+57°F) and the highest in 2012 (+71°F). The driest year was 2003 with only 4 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1997 with 0 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Marseille in March:

Is March a good time to visit Marseille?

March is a really good time to go to Marseille. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Marseille.

Can you sunbathe in Marseille in March?

March has mild temperatures in Marseille. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Is Marseille rainy in March?

Marseille is usually dry in March. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Marseille in March?

The amount of sunny days in Marseille during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in France

Check out the weather for other cities in France.

Monthly weather in Marseille

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Marseille, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2022.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.