January 8 is generally a great time to visit Marseille. While there is a slight chance of rain (17%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. You'll enjoy Marseille with reasonable crowd levels and competitive accommodation options.
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Essential Travel Info for Marseille
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Marseille Weather Forecast for January 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11°C. 17% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Marseille in January
Based on historical data for January 8, Marseille typically experiences temperatures between 5.8°C and 11°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (17% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Marseille
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
Average High
11°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
5.8°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
9.5°C
❄️ Minor difference
Snow Chance
17%
Avg 0.8mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.2 cm
~17% chance
Pressure
1017.4 hPa
High volatility
Marseille Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 87% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 200 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 300 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 500 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.3°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
❄️ Cold Water Hazard
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
Moderate
59/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~86
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Marseille
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
08:11
☀️ Noon
12:46
🌇 Sunset
17:20
⏱️ Daylight
9h 9m
Wind Speed
18.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
6.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Marseille
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟢 Moderate
Price Level
💰💰 Moderate
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Rapid pressure changes detected. High risk for meteosensitive people.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Fish are active due to pressure changes.
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 January 8 averages 11°C with a 17% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 75/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
January 1
11.7°C • 15% rain
Score
86
January 5
11.2°C • 14% rain
Score
81
January 7
11.1°C • 14% rain
Score
81
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Marseille Worth Visiting on January 8?
Planning a trip to Marseille on January 8? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11°C with a 17% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 86 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 14.7°C (polar plunge). Wave conditions are generally surfers only with heights around 1.59m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest January 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 16.2°C in 2016, while the coldest dropped to 0.8°C in 2024.