What April feels like in Marseille
In Marseille, April brings mid-spring. Afternoons are cool, pleasant for walking as long as you keep a layer on. There is little difference between day and night: nights are cool, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Marseille in April
Expect a mix of dry and wet days, with rain about one day in 4. Wet days average about 6.8 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. Across the year Marseille averages about 8.4 mm per rainy day, so April is typical.
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Marseille gets 13 h 22 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:58 am to sunset near 8:20 pm. Days are getting longer: 1 h 31 min more daylight than in mid-March. About 84% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How April compares to the rest of the year
In Marseille's temperature order, April sits as the 6th coolest month. Afternoons run 2.9°C (5.2°F) warmer than in March, with 6 mm more rain. Temperatures keep climbing into May. May averages a high of 20.8°C (69.4°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — daytime temperatures are fine for walking around.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Marseille in April
Rain Protection
A packable rain jacket saves the day on showery afternoons.
Light Jacket
Bring a sweater or light coat for cool afternoons.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Marseille in April?
It feels cool: typical highs are 17.5°C (63.5°F), with lows near 10.3°C (50.5°F).
Does it rain a lot in Marseille in April?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 4 and totals about 55 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Marseille in April?
Pack rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. Evenings feel similar to the day, so the same clothes work from morning to night.
Is April or May better for visiting Marseille?
May, clearly: it ranks #5 of 12 among Marseille's months, against #10 for the other. May is warmer and has fewer rainy days.