May Weather in Marseille

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Marseille, France, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 17°C (63°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (75°F), while lows may dip to 10°C (50°F). Typically, the humidity level in Marseille throughout May hovers around 74%.

10°C (50°F)

Minimum temperature

17°C (63°F)

Average temperature

24°C (75°F)

Maximum temperature

74%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Marseille averages 63 mm (2.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 8 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 41 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 13 hours 4 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 48% probability of sunny days during this period.

63 mm (2.5 inches)

Precipitation

8 rainy days

Rainy days

13 hours 4 minutes

Sunshine hours

48%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Marseille reaches a maximum of 9, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 4 6 8 9 8 7 6 4 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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