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Marseille in November: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Marseille in November and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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November

Weather in Marseille in November 2024

OK Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Fresh water
November could be a good time to visit Marseille, as the weather is generally fine. The average high temperature is around +16°C, and there are typically 8 sunny days in November. However, expect about 13 rainy days, and total monthly rainfall of approximately 87 mm. The weather is changeable so pack for every eventuality. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+16°C
Avg. max. temperature
-5°C
Min.
+23°C
Max.
87 mm
Total precipitation
75%
Avg. humidity
5 m/s
Avg. wind
8 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Marseille has OK weather in November.

Average temperature in Marseille in November

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

The expected average maximum temperature in November is +16°C with a maximum of +22°C and a minimum of +2°C.

The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +20°C to +16°C.

Is Marseille warm or cold in November?

Marseille is typically mild in November.

Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +21°C to +16°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +13°C to +8°C.

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

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

Water temperature in Marseille in November

Water in Marseille in November is Fresh. It varies from +16°C to +19°C, with an average of +17°C. Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +16°C.

In November, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Marseille are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +23°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +13°C.

Can you swim in Marseille in November?

Water temperature (+17°C) in Marseille in November might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
Very warm
+28°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.

Climate in Marseille in November

Marseille weather looks like this, on average, in November and the surrounding months.
OctoberNovemberDecember
Avg. temperature
+21°C+16°C+13°C
Min. temperature
-1°C-5°C-6°C
Max. temperature
+30°C+23°C+20°C
Rainfall
89 mm87 mm62 mm
Wind
5 m/s5 m/s5 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+19°C+17°C+15°C
Humidity
75%75%76%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1015 HPa1017 HPa
Sunny days
9810
Cloudy days
1089
Rainy days
111312
Snowy days
000

November weather is still as ok as in October. It’s getting colder in November. From +21°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +16°C. As November arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 89 mm to 87 mm. Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 75%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during November, staying around 5 m/s. The days becoming less sunny, going from 9 sunny days in October to 8 in November.

December brings much the same weather, it remains ok.

Wind

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

The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 12 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 November, going from 3 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during November in Marseille based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in November is about 41 mm, with a 30% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. On average, there are about 9 rainy days during November, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
November is one of the rainiest months in Marseille, here is a comparison with other months, 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 November in Marseille?

This is the weather in Marseille in November 2023:
1 November
☁️
+20°C
2 November
🌧️
+20°C
3 November
☀️
+15°C
4 November
🌧️
+18°C
5 November
☀️
+19°C
6 November
☀️
+17°C
7 November
☀️
+16°C
8 November
☀️
+16°C
9 November
☀️
+15°C
10 November
☀️
+16°C
11 November
☀️
+16°C
12 November
☁️
+18°C
13 November
☀️
+21°C
14 November
☀️
+22°C
15 November
☀️
+19°C
16 November
☀️
+15°C
17 November
☀️
+16°C
18 November
☀️
+17°C
19 November
☀️
+20°C
20 November
☀️
+20°C
21 November
☀️
+16°C
22 November
☀️
+18°C
23 November
☀️
+15°C
24 November
☀️
+16°C
25 November
☀️
+11°C
26 November
☀️
+12°C
27 November
☀️
+11°C
28 November
☀️
+13°C
29 November
☀️
+12°C
30 November
☁️
+16°C
In November 2023 Marseille had 25 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +16°C, with an absolute maximum of +22°C and a minimum of +11°C. The average humidity was 74%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 53%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 21 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in November?

Climate Change over Years

This is how Marseille climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

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

The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+18°C) and the highest in 2022 (+22°C). 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 November:

Is November a good time to visit Marseille?

It’s always a good time to visit Marseille, but the weather is changeable in November, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.

Can you sunbathe in Marseille in November?

November 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 November?

In general, you can swim in Marseille in November, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +17°C. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.

Is Marseille rainy in November?

Marseille is often rainy in November. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Marseille in November?

Usually, it’s not very sunny in Marseille in November, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.

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.