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France · Ships call at Marseille, France
Hot and dry, peak crowds
Marseille in August offers pleasant temperatures, with highs around 75°F and comfortable lows near 72°F. Rain is uncommon, with only about 0 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Hot and dry, peak crowds.
Crowds are moderate in August, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Lightweight layers work well: a light cardigan for evenings on deck and breathable tops for port days cover most conditions.
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Sailings that are at sea during August, with the date each one leaves port.
The Best of the Mediterranean
Princess Cruises
Sails Jul 4, 2027
The Best of the Mediterranean
Princess Cruises
Sails Jul 15, 2027
The Best of the Mediterranean
Princess Cruises
Sails Jul 15, 2027
Mediterranean & Italian Sojourn
Viking Cruises
Sails Jul 21, 2027
Mediterranean & Adriatic Sojourn
Viking Cruises
Sails Jul 21, 2027
Mediterranean
MSC Cruises
Sails Jul 22, 2027
Marseille is one of the busiest places to start a western Mediterranean cruise. Big ships use the Marseille Provence Cruise Terminal at Môle Léon Gourret, inside the commercial port north of the Old Port. The airport is about half an hour away by car, and there is no public transit straight to the terminal.
The average high temperature in Marseille during August is 75°F, with a low of 72°F.
Marseille typically sees 0 days of rain in August. Hot and dry, peak crowds.
For a August cruise to Marseille, you should pack layers, a light jacket, and comfortable walking shoes.