Best time to visit Provence

Q: When is the best time to visit Provence?

The best time to visit Provence (Marseille) is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in Provence?

The hottest time of year in Marseille, Provence is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in Provence?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Marseille, Provence with 84mm on average. There are normally 9 days in October with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in Provence?

The sunniest time of year in Marseille, Provence is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 77% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in Provence?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Marseille, Provence in August when the water temperature reaches 23°C.

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When is the best time to visit Provence?

The best time to visit Provence (Marseille) is June, July and August based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in Provence?

The hottest time of year in Marseille, Provence is normally July. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 28°C with moderate heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in Provence?

In terms of rainfall, October is usually the wettest month in Marseille, Provence with 84mm on average. There are normally 9 days in October with some rain.

When is it sunniest in Provence?

The sunniest time of year in Marseille, Provence is normally July with bright sunshine on average for 77% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in Provence?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Marseille, Provence in August when the water temperature reaches 23°C.