August 17 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Marseille. With minimal rain risk (8%) and pleasant highs of 28°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. Expect a bustling atmosphere in Marseille right now—this is when the city truly comes alive with visitors.
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Essential Travel Info for Marseille
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
Connect
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Marseille Weather Forecast for August 17
"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 28.3°C. 8% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Marseille in August
Based on historical data for August 17, Marseille typically experiences temperatures between 20.3°C and 28.3°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (8% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Marseille
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
28.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
20.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
30.5°C
🔥 Feels warmer
Rain Chance
8%
Avg 0.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
31%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.2 hPa
Low volatility
Marseille Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 97% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 16 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 24 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 40 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
21.1°C
Humid/Sticky
Heat Index
30.5°C
Feels hotter
🙂 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Jellyfish Warning
High water temps may attract jellyfish swarms.
Swim Index
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
High
91/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~133
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Marseille
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:47
☀️ Noon
12:44
🌇 Sunset
19:41
⏱️ Daylight
13h 54m
Wind Speed
16.8 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
12.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
65%
Slightly humid
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Travel Health & Safety in Marseille
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🔴 Very Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Marseille on August 17 averages 28.3°C with a 8% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Marseille Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Marseille Worth Visiting on August 17?
Planning a trip to Marseille on August 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 28.3°C with a 8% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 133 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 26.3°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.65m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest August 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 34.7°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 17.8°C in 2019.