May 23 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Marseille. With minimal rain risk (9%) and pleasant highs of 22°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 May 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.8°C. 9% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Marseille in May
Based on historical data for May 23, Marseille typically experiences temperatures between 14.4°C and 21.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (9% 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
21.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
22°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
9%
Avg 0.3mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
41%
Overcast
Pressure
1015 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 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 14 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 21 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 35 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
15.6°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
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
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
05:08
☀️ Noon
12:36
🌇 Sunset
20:04
⏱️ Daylight
14h 55m
Wind Speed
20.3 km/h
Moderate wind
Sunshine
12.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
68%
Slightly humid
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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 23 averages 21.8°C with a 9% 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 May 23?
Planning a trip to Marseille on May 23? 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 21.8°C with a 9% 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 18.3°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.79m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.9°C in 2022, while the coldest dropped to 11.7°C in 2016.