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Marseille in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Take a look at past year’s weather for Marseille in March and see if it is worth visiting.
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March

Weather in Marseille in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Are you considering a trip to Marseille in March? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +61°F and about 12 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 10 rainy days and 42 mm of precipitation. 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
5 m/s
Avg. wind
12 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
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

The temperature in March is +63°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +70°F during the day and a minimum of +36°F at night.

The average maximum temperature goes up 47% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +52°F to +68°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:

Water temperature in Marseille in March

Water in Marseille in March is Cold. It varies from +54°F to +57°F, with an average of +56°F. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +61°F.

The water temperature in March is one of the coldest of the entire year:

The warmest water temperatures in Marseille are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +73°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +55°F.

Can you swim in Marseille in March?

We would not recommend swimming in Marseille in March, the water is very cold (+56°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

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
44 mm42 mm58 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+55°F+56°F+58°F
Humidity
72%70%70%
Air pressure
1017 HPa1015 HPa1013 HPa
Sunny days
101210
Cloudy days
999
Rainy days
91011
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 44 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 5 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 10 to 12.

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 4 m/s getting up to 13 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 4 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
A chance of rain on a typical day in March stands at 16%, leading to total precipitation of around 12 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 4 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 5 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 35% chance of precipitation and 89 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% 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
☀️
+52°F
2 March
🌧️
+57°F
3 March
☀️
+60°F
4 March
☀️
+62°F
5 March
☀️
+57°F
6 March
☀️
+59°F
7 March
☀️
+57°F
8 March
☁️
+61°F
9 March
☀️
+63°F
10 March
☀️
+65°F
11 March
☀️
+69°F
12 March
☀️
+70°F
13 March
☀️
+67°F
14 March
☀️
+63°F
15 March
☀️
+61°F
16 March
☀️
+66°F
17 March
☀️
+64°F
18 March
☀️
+64°F
19 March
☀️
+62°F
20 March
☀️
+66°F
21 March
☀️
+65°F
22 March
☀️
+66°F
23 March
☁️
+65°F
24 March
☁️
+64°F
25 March
☀️
+66°F
26 March
☀️
+64°F
27 March
☀️
+62°F
28 March
☀️
+62°F
29 March
☀️
+64°F
30 March
☀️
+67°F
31 March
☀️
+69°F
In March 2023 Marseille had 27 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +70°F and a minimum of +52°F. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 95% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 18 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 1980 (+65°F) and the highest in 2022 (+72°F). The driest year was 2017 with only 303 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2019 with 1057 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!

Can you swim in Marseille in March?

Swimming in Marseille in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

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, 2023.

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.