May 16 is generally a great time to visit Marseille. While there is a slight chance of rain (19%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 20°C weather. Marseille is currently in its most popular travel window, meaning vibrant crowds and premium pricing.
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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 May 16
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 20.2°C. 19% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Marseille in May
Based on historical data for May 16, Marseille typically experiences temperatures between 13.3°C and 20.2°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (19% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Marseille
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
20.2°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
13.3°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
20.2°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
19%
Avg 1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1013.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Marseille Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% 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
🔴 15 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 23 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 38 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
14.8°C
Pleasant
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
High
95/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~138
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Marseille
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:15
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
19:57
⏱️ Daylight
14h 42m
Wind Speed
20.2 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
11.6 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
71%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Marseille
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
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 May 16 averages 20.2°C with a 19% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— 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
May 21
21.2°C • 14% rain
Score
100
May 22
21.5°C • 13% rain
Score
100
May 23
21.8°C • 9% rain
Score
100
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📍 Is Marseille Worth Visiting on May 16?
Planning a trip to Marseille on May 16? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 20.2°C with a 19% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 138 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 17.2°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.68m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 16 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 22.6°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 9.5°C in 2019.