Beach Weather in Plage des Catalans, Marseille, France

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13°
 
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13°
 
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13°
 
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14°
 
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16°
 
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19°
 
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22°
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23°
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22°
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19°
 
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16°
 
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14°
 

Beach Weather Today in Plage des Catalans

Today the maximum temperature will be 14° which is a little too chilly for sunbathing. Today the water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect plentiful sunshine and mostly clear blue skies with an average cloud cover of 17%.

The winds will be on shore and moderate at 19kmh from the West. The moderate winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The moderate onshore winds may make conditions a little more choppy for swimming.

Plage des Catalans faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:49 PM. The skies should be very clear at that time, ideal for a sunset.

For Beach Weather for the next next 7 days, wind and wave conditions and tide and the next 14 days weather use the tabs below.

Beach Weather This Weekend in Plage des Catalans

This weekend the average maximum daily temperatures will be 14° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 15° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea.

There will be 1 day of light rain. Saturday will be dry and Sunday will have 6.9mm of rain. Expect some sunshine and occasionally cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 51%.

PLAGE DES CATALANS - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 12° 11° 12° 14° 15° 14° 13°
4% 40% 32% 33% 8% 5% 7% 12%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 12° 11° 10° 10° 10° 10°
29% 78% 71% 100% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.3mm 2.5mm 1.5mm 0.6mm 1.5mm 0.5mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 14° 15° 15° 13°
100% 100% 82% 17% 6% 86% 43% 7%
0.6mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
12° 11° 11° 13° 15° 16° 16° 14°
0% 5% 21% 3% 4% 3% 13% 13%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
13° 13° 11° 12° 17° 18° 15° 14°
6% 8% 2% 0% 7% 0% 38% 14%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
13°
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14° 13° 10° 10° 11° 10°
1% 3% 3% 1% 0% 0% 0% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 10°
0% 0% 0% 0% 0% 2% 1% 0%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
15°
Sat 21st March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10
kmh
8
kmh
11
kmh
8
kmh
7
kmh
13
kmh
19
kmh
18
kmh
0.4m
0.3m
0.3m
0.2m
0.3m
0.4m
0.4m
0.4m
5.2s 4.9s 4.6s 4.3s 4.1s 3.9s 3.7s 4.6s
Sun 22nd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
12
kmh
5
kmh
12
kmh
23
kmh
21
kmh
10
kmh
3
kmh
0.4m
0.4m
0.3m
0.6m
0.6m
0.7m
1.1m
1.0m
4.4s 4.3s 4.2s 4.0s 4.5s 4.5s 4.4s 4.3s
Mon 23rd March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
14
kmh
10
kmh
12
kmh
3
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
13
kmh
0
kmh
1.2m
0.2m
1.5m
1.0m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
4.2s 5.8s 5.6s 5.1s 4.7s 4.3s 4.0s 3.9s
Tue 24th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
4
kmh
21
kmh
27
kmh
21
kmh
13
kmh
0.2m
0.2m
0.1m
0.1m
0.3m
0.4m
0.7m
0.7m
3.8s 3.7s 4.1s 3.3s 3.2s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s
Wed 25th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
8
kmh
6
kmh
3
kmh
4
kmh
23
kmh
42
kmh
36
kmh
35
kmh
0.9m
0.8m
0.7m
1.2m
1.8m
1.7m
1.7m
1.9m
4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 4.7s
Thu 26th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
43
kmh
52
kmh
62
kmh
64
kmh
63
kmh
63
kmh
62
kmh
61
kmh
2.2m
1.9m
2.5m
0.6m
0.9m
2.3m
2.3m
1.8m
4.7s 4.7s 4.7s 8.0s 7.5s 7.0s 7.0s 7.0s
Fri 27th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
56
kmh
58
kmh
52
kmh
33
kmh
21
kmh
25
kmh
30
kmh
16
kmh
0.7m
0.5m
0.5m
0.3m
0.4m
1.3m
1.1m
1.0m
7.3s 7.5s 7.5s 7.7s 7.5s 7.3s 7.4s 7.3s
Sat 21st March
3:53 AM 9:44 AM 4:18 PM 10:12 PM
0.28 0.53 0.28 0.52
Sun 22nd March
4:36 AM 10:20 AM 4:51 PM 11:00 PM
0.30 0.51 0.29 0.53
Mon 23rd March
5:27 AM 11:00 AM 5:30 PM 11:55 PM
0.32 0.49 0.31 0.52
Tue 24th March
6:32 AM 11:44 AM 6:20 PM
0.35 0.47 0.32
Wed 25th March
1:00 AM 8:06 AM 12:37 PM 7:36 PM
0.52 0.37 0.45 0.34
Thu 26th March
2:28 AM 9:48 AM 1:53 PM 9:08 PM
0.51 0.37 0.43 0.33
Fri 27th March
4:31 AM 11:11 AM 4:25 PM 10:26 PM
0.51 0.36 0.42 0.32
Sat 21st March
15°
0.0mm
7kmh WSW
17%
Sun 22nd March
12°
6.9mm
28kmh SE
84%
Mon 23rd March
15°
0.7mm
10kmh WNW
55%
Tue 24th March
16°
0.0mm
10kmh WNW
7%
Wed 25th March
18°
0.0mm
33kmh NW
9%
Thu 26th March
11°
0.0mm
66kmh NW
1%
Fri 27th March
11°
0.0mm
55kmh NNW
0%
Sat 28th March
14°
0.0mm
18kmh NNW
0%
Sun 29th March
13°
0.0mm
5kmh ENE
4%
Mon 30th March
12°
0.6mm
18kmh ESE
65%
Tue 31st March
15°
0.2mm
23kmh ESE
47%
Wed 1st April
15°
0.1mm
44kmh NW
11%
Thu 2nd April
0.8mm
4kmh N
85%
Fri 3rd April
11°
0.0mm
17kmh NW
77%

In the next 14 days average maximum daily temperatures will be 13° which is too cold for sunbathing. The average water temperature will be 14° which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. There will be 6 days of very light rain with an average of 1.6mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 33%.

If you are sailing, windsurfing, fishing, surfing etc. in Plage des Catalans don't forget to check the tide and wind and wave conditions

Taking a Holiday at Plage des Catalans, Marseille, Cote d'Azur, French Riviera, France

Taking a holiday at the beach in Plage des Catalans, Marseille is a fantastic way to enjoy the beauty and charm of the Cote d'Azur on the French Riviera. Marseille, France's second-largest city, boasts a rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning coastline. Plage des Catalans is one of its most famous beaches, located just a short walk from the Old Port. This beautiful beach offers visitors an opportunity to relax and take in the gorgeous Mediterranean sun while enjoying various beach activities.

Beach Type

Plage des Catalans features fine golden sand that is comfortable to walk on and perfect for sunbathing. The water is clear and inviting, making it ideal for swimming and other water sports. While there are no rocky areas or reefs directly at Plage des Catalans itself, nearby beaches along Marseille's coastline provide excellent opportunities for snorkeling and diving in more rocky environments where fish prefer to congregate.

Beach Activities

At Plage des Catalans, some popular beach activities include:

  • Sunbathing: The golden sand is perfect for laying out under the Mediterranean sun.
  • Swimming: The calm waters are ideal for swimmers of all skill levels.
  • Paddleboarding: Enjoy a leisurely paddle along the coast while taking in the beautiful views.
  • Beach volleyball: The flat sandy area makes for great games with friends or fellow beachgoers.
  • Exploring the city: With its close proximity to Marseille's Old Port and other attractions, take a break from the beach to discover this historic city.

Accommodations

While there are no large beach resorts directly on Plage des Catalans, there are several hotels within walking distance or just a short drive away:

  1. Hotel Le Rhul: A charming hotel overlooking the sea with easy access to both Plage des Catalans and nearby restaurants.
  2. Radisson Blu Hotel Marseille Vieux Port: An upscale hotel with modern amenities, close to the Old Port and a short walk from Plage des Catalans.

Areas to Stay In

When visiting Plage des Catalans, consider staying in one of these nearby areas:

  • Vieux Port (Old Port): The heart of Marseille, this bustling area offers plenty of restaurants, shops, and attractions. Staying here allows for easy access to both Plage des Catalans and the city's sights.
  • Le Pharo: A quieter residential area close to the beach, perfect for those seeking a more peaceful stay while still being within walking distance of the Old Port.

Beach Amenities

Plage des Catalans offers various amenities for beachgoers:

  • Lifeguards on duty during peak season
  • Public restrooms and showers
  • Beach chairs and umbrellas available for rent
  • Snack bar offering refreshments and light meals
  • Accessible entrance ramp for those with mobility issues

A visit to Plage des Catalans in Marseille is sure to be a memorable experience. With its beautiful golden sand, clear waters, and variety of activities available, it's the perfect destination for a relaxing beach holiday on the French Riviera.

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