What September feels like in Marseille
September is early autumn in Marseille. Days are warm enough for short sleeves, and time outdoors is easy. There is little difference between day and night: nights stay mild, and evenings feel much like the afternoon. The air carries some moisture, so hot spells feel a little sticky.
Rain in Marseille in September
Most days stay dry; rain arrives about one day in 5. When rain comes it is heavy, about 9.7 mm (0.4 in) per wet day, often in short, strong bursts. The yearly figure is similar, around 8.4 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in September
On 15 September the sun rises at about 7:17 am and sets around 7:51 pm local time, giving 12 h 34 min of daylight. Evenings are drawing in — 1 h 27 min less daylight than mid-August. The sun is out for roughly 87% of those daylight hours, so skies are mostly clear.
How September compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, September comes out as the 4th warmest month in Marseille. Against August, the average high is 3.7°C (6.7°F) lower, with 37 mm more rain. The cooling trend carries on into October. October averages a high of 20.4°C (68.7°F).
Who September suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — the weather rarely gets in the way of a city walk.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — too many rainy days.
Tips for visiting Marseille in September
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Marseille in September?
Afternoons average 24.3°C (75.7°F) and nights about 17.2°C (63°F) — warm by most people's standards. It is the 4th warmest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Marseille in September?
Not especially. There are about 6 rainy days (58 mm), mostly moderate rain.
What should I wear in Marseille in September?
Pack sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is September or October better for visiting Marseille?
September, narrowly: it ranks #4 of 12 among Marseille's months, against #6 for the other. October is cooler and has more rainy days.