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France · Ships call at Marseille, France
Cool, the mistral can blow
Marseille in January brings cooler conditions, with highs around 53°F, so pack layers alongside your warm-weather gear. Rain is uncommon, with only about 3 rainy days expected across the month, ideal for beach days and shore excursions. Cool, the mistral can blow.
Crowds are moderate in January, making it a good balance between availability and weather. Dress in layers: a waterproof shell over a mid-layer handles the range between cool mornings and afternoon port temps.
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Sailings that are at sea during January, with the date each one leaves port.
World Cruise from Civitavecchia | Rome
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 24, 2026
World Cruise from Civitavecchia | Rome
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 24, 2026
World Cruise from Civitavecchia | Rome
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 24, 2026
World Cruise from Civitavecchia | Rome
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 24, 2026
World Cruise from Savona
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 25, 2026
World Cruise from Savona
Costa Cruises
Sails Nov 25, 2026
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 January is 53°F, with a low of 48°F.
Marseille typically sees 3 days of rain in January. Cool, the mistral can blow.
For a January cruise to Marseille, you should pack warm layers, a waterproof jacket, and thermal wear.