What February feels like in Marseille
For Marseille, February is late winter on the calendar. Afternoons feel chilly — fine for exploring on foot if you are dressed for it. Little changes after sunset — nights are cold, only slightly below the daytime level. The air is damp, which makes cool temperatures feel colder, particularly in wind.
Rain in Marseille in February
Wet days are occasional rather than regular, about one day in 4. Wet days average about 7 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. That is close to Marseille's typical rain per wet day for the whole year (about 8.4 mm).
Daylight and sunshine in February
Mid-month, Marseille gets 10 h 29 min of daylight, from sunrise near 7:38 am to sunset near 6:08 pm. The days are stretching out — 1 h 11 min more daylight than mid-January. About 79% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, there are plenty of bright spells.
How February compares to the rest of the year
In Marseille's temperature order, February sits as the 2nd coolest month. Against January, the average high is 0.8°C (1.4°F) higher, with 4 mm less rain. The warm-up continues into March. March averages a high of 14.6°C (58.3°F).
Who February suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: less ideal — too cool to sit outside for long.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
Tips for visiting Marseille in February
Light Jacket
Bring a sweater or light coat for cool afternoons.
Sunglasses
Plenty of sun, so bring sunglasses and a cap.
Quick questions
How warm is Marseille in February?
Expect around 12.1°C (53.8°F) in the afternoon and 5.6°C (42.1°F) at night, which most visitors would call chilly.
Does it rain a lot in Marseille in February?
Not especially. There are about 7 rainy days (49 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Marseille in February?
Based on the averages: a light jacket and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is February or March better for visiting Marseille?
On our 12-month climate ranking, March comes out ahead (#7 of 12 vs #8). March is warmer and has fewer rainy days.