🇬🇧 London vs Marseille 🇫🇷

London, United Kingdom vs Marseille, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Marseille is the warmer of the two — about 4 degrees warmer on average across the year. Marseille is drier, with roughly 53 fewer rainy days a year.

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Climate at a glance

🇬🇧 London🇫🇷 Marseille
Avg annual high
16°C
20°C
Hottest month
July · 24°C
July · 30°C
Coldest monthJanuary (3°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year
111
58
SnowYesRare
Best months to visitJune, July, AugustMay, September, October

🇬🇧 London

Best around June, July, August. Hottest in July (24°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

🇫🇷 Marseille

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (30°C), coldest lows in January (3°C).

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Frequently asked questions

Is London or Marseille warmer?

Marseille is warmer overall, averaging about 4 degrees higher across the year.

Which is rainier, London or Marseille?

London is rainier — Marseille sees about 53 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit London vs Marseille?

London is best around June, July, August; Marseille is best around May, September, October.

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