Calanques de Marseille Sea Temperature
Updated Mon 20:17 (Europe/Paris)
France · Forecast updated Aug 10, 2026, 20:17 UTC
Current Sea Temperature
27.1°C
80.8°F
Warm water
Versus this month's average
0.6°C above
The August average in our archive is 26.5°C (79.7°F).
Recent trend
Warming by 1.3°C
Seven-day average: 26.5°C, versus 25.3°C in the prior seven days.
What to wear
Warm water
Most people are comfortable in swimwear or a light rash guard.
Cold tolerance varies. Wind, session length, sunshine, and exertion also affect comfort; temperature alone does not describe sea conditions.
Sea Surface Temperature Over the Year
In the data collected for Calanques de Marseille, monthly averages range from about 21.8°C (71.3°F) in June to 26.5°C (79.7°F) in August.
Over the past 30 days, the average sea temperature in Calanques de Marseille has been 26.2°C.
Monthly Water Temperature Averages
| Month | Min | Average | Max |
|---|---|---|---|
| June | 16.3°C / 61.3°F | 21.8°C / 71.3°F | 27.3°C / 81.1°F |
| July | 20.2°C / 68.4°F | 25.4°C / 77.8°F | 28.4°C / 83.1°F |
| August | 25.1°C / 77.2°F | 26.5°C / 79.7°F | 27.8°C / 82.0°F |
Profile calculated from 1708 hourly forecast records across 3 monthly periods. This is a growing archive, not a long-term climate normal.
About the water at Calanques de Marseille
Limestone fjords near Marseille with clear, sheltered Mediterranean coves.
- Area
- Provence
Calanques de Marseille Water Temperature: Common Questions
What is the sea temperature in Calanques de Marseille today?
The current sea surface temperature in Calanques de Marseille is 27.1°C. Over the last 30 days, the average has been 26.2°C.
When is the water warmest in Calanques de Marseille?
The warmest monthly average in the Calanques de Marseille archive is August, at around 26.5°C (79.7°F).
When is the water coldest in Calanques de Marseille?
The coldest monthly average in the archive is June, at around 21.8°C (71.3°F).
Can you swim in Calanques de Marseille today?
At 27.1°C, the water is usually comfortable for swimming and snorkeling.
Full Snorkeling Forecast
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