🇪🇸 Madrid vs Marseille 🇫🇷

Madrid, Spain vs Marseille, France — a side-by-side climate comparison to help you pick. Both cities run similar average temperatures year-round. Marseille is drier, with roughly 26 fewer rainy days a year.

Climate at a glance

🇪🇸 Madrid🇫🇷 Marseille
Avg annual high20°C20°C
Hottest monthJuly (33°C)July (30°C)
Coldest monthJanuary (2°C low)January (3°C low)
Rainy days / year8458
SnowRareRare
Best months to visitMay, September, OctoberMay, September, October

🇪🇸 Madrid

Best around May, September, October. Hottest in July (33°C), coldest lows in January (2°C).

🇫🇷 Marseille

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Madrid or Marseille warmer?

Madrid and Marseille have very similar average temperatures.

Which is rainier, Madrid or Marseille?

Madrid is rainier — Marseille sees about 26 fewer rainy days per year.

When is the best time to visit Madrid vs Marseille?

Madrid is best around May, September, October; Marseille is best around May, September, October.

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