January weather forecast
Marseille, France

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St. Jean Castle and the Cathedral de la Major, in the port of Marseille in France
St. Jean Castle and the Cathedral de la Major, in the port of Marseille in France

Weather in January

In Marseille, France, the year starts off on a rather mild note, with the temperatures gently swaying between 6.3°C (43.3°F) and 10.4°C (50.7°F). The moderate weather persists throughout the month, making the climate in January in Marseille pleasing, especially for tourists seeking to avoid extreme weather conditions. Occasional rainfall is expected, leading to a relative humidity of 74%. It is also noteworthy that the seas around Marseille remain relatively cool with an average temperature of 13.6°C (56.5°F). Overall, a mixture of cloud cover, soothing winds, and a modest amount of sunshine characterize the weather in this month.

Temperature

January is the coldest month in Marseille, France, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and an average low of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

Humidity

In Marseille, the average relative humidity in January is 74%.

Rainfall

In Marseille, France, during January, the rain falls for 10.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Marseille, during the entire year, the rain falls for 106.6 days and collects up to 428mm (16.85") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Marseille, snow does not fall in January, April through December.

Sea temperature

In Marseille, in January, the average water temperature is 13.6°C (56.5°F).
Note: Swimming in 13.6°C (56.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

Daylight

The average length of the day in January in Marseille is 9h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 17:12. On the last day of January, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:48 CET.

Sunshine

January and November, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Marseille.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In January, the maximum UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Marseille?

Marseille, France, experiences its average lowest temperatures in January, reaching a peak of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and a minimum of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

What is the temperature in January in Marseille?

Marseille in January has an average high-temperature of 10.4°C (50.7°F) and an average low-temperature of 6.3°C (43.3°F).

What is the average humidity in January in Marseille?

The average relative humidity in January in Marseille, France, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Marseille in January?

In Marseille, France, in January, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Marseille?

January, April through December are months without snowfall in Marseille.

Does it snow in Marseille in January?

In Marseille, France, in January, it doesn't snow. In February, it regularly snows.

How cold is the water in January in Marseille?

In Marseille, France, in January, the average water temperature is 13.6°C (56.5°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

What is the average length of the day in January in Marseille?

In Marseille, France, the average day length in January is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Marseille?

In January, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 08:10 and sunset at 17:12. On the last day of the month, in Marseille, sunrise is at 07:55 and sunset at 17:48 CET.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Marseille?

The months with the least sunshine in Marseille are January and November, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Marseille have in January?

The average sunshine duration in January in Marseille, France, is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Marseille?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in January in Marseille?

In January, the average daily maximum UV index in Marseille is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in January
Marseille, France

Average temperature in January - Marseille, France
  • Average high temperature in January: 10.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (27.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (6.1°C).

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Average pressure in January
Marseille, France

Average pressure in January - Marseille, France
  • Average pressure in January: 1017.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1019.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1014.2mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Marseille, France

Average wind speed in January - Marseille, France
  • Average wind speed in January: 21km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (14.6km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Marseille, France

Average humidity in January - Marseille, France
  • Average humidity in January: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

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Average rainfall in January
Marseille, France

Average rainfall in January - Marseille, France
  • Average rainfall in January: 32mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (77mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (12mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Marseille, France

Average rainfall days in January - Marseille, France
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Marseille, France

Average snowfall in January - Marseille, France
  • Average snowfall in January: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2mm).
The months with the least snowfall are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Marseille, France

Average snowfall days in January - Marseille, France
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Marseille, France

Average sea temperature in January - Marseille, France
  • Average sea temperature in January: 13.6°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August and September (21.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (12.9°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Marseille, France

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Marseille, France
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Marseille, France

Average sunshine days in January - Marseille, France
  • Average sunshine days in January: 18.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (16.3 days).

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Average UV index in January
Marseille, France

Average UV index in January - Marseille, France
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Marseille, France

Average cloud cover in January - Marseille, France
  • Average cloud cover in January: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 34).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 10).

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Average visibility in January
Marseille, France

Average visibility in January - Marseille, France
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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