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 12° which is too cold for sunbathing. Today the 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.

Today will be dry with no rain showers. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 67%.

The winds will be on shore and very strong at 42kmh from the West-Northwest. The strong winds will make the temperatures feel colder. The strong onshore winds may make conditions rougher for swimming.

Plage des Catalans faces West and the sunset will be visible over the ocean to the West at 06:40 PM. Unfortunately very heavy cloud cover of 98% may make the sunset not viewable.

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 12° 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 1 day of very light rain. Saturday will have 0.9mm of rain and Sunday will be dry. Expect sunny spells but some cloudy periods with an average cloud cover of 62%.

PLAGE DES CATALANS - BEACH WEATHER FORECAST

Thu 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 10° 10° 10° 11° 11° 11° 11°
53% 6% 45% 100% 89% 50% 98% 100%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Fri 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10° 11° 11° 11° 10° 10°
100% 100% 64% 56% 100% 100% 100% 100%
0.4mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.5mm 2.7mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sat 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10°
100% 52% 80% 100% 100% 76% 98% 16%
0.8mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.1mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Sun 16th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 10°
13% 16% 37% 41% 78% 47% 70% 72%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Mon 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
11° 12° 12° 11°
48% 22% 10% 13% 13% 20% 50% 4%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Tue 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 11° 13° 14° 12° 11°
6% 2% 0% 0% 2% 4% 22% 63%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Wed 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
10° 10° 11° 12° 13° 11° 10°
39% 42% 51% 35% 40% 37% 31% 27%
0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm 0.0mm
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
14°
Thu 13th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
42
kmh
37
kmh
26
kmh
17
kmh
16
kmh
9
kmh
7
kmh
10
kmh
1.3m
1.1m
0.7m
0.7m
1.0m
0.6m
0.6m
0.5m
5.8s 5.7s 5.6s 7.7s 6.4s 7.4s 5.7s 6.3s
Fri 14th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
21
kmh
16
kmh
9
kmh
15
kmh
9
kmh
2
kmh
15
kmh
20
kmh
0.8m
0.8m
0.7m
0.6m
0.3m
0.3m
0.4m
1.5m
6.2s 6.3s 6.7s 8.1s 8.3s 7.6s 7.2s 6.8s
Sat 15th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
26
kmh
10
kmh
8
kmh
13
kmh
27
kmh
41
kmh
43
kmh
33
kmh
1.1m
0.4m
0.5m
0.9m
1.7m
1.7m
1.5m
1.4m
9.4s 6.6s 7.1s 7.6s 7.6s 7.1s 6.9s 10.2s
Sun 16th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
33
kmh
31
kmh
31
kmh
32
kmh
30
kmh
30
kmh
26
kmh
22
kmh
1.3m
1.2m
1.1m
0.8m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
1.0m
8.4s 8.0s 8.3s 8.6s 6.5s 7.5s 6.9s 6.7s
Mon 17th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
30
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
15
kmh
14
kmh
17
kmh
14
kmh
9
kmh
1.3m
1.3m
1.4m
1.2m
1.1m
0.4m
0.8m
0.6m
6.6s 6.6s 5.7s 5.8s 5.7s 4.9s 5.6s 5.0s
Tue 18th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
9
kmh
14
kmh
15
kmh
22
kmh
26
kmh
28
kmh
37
kmh
42
kmh
0.5m
0.6m
0.5m
0.5m
0.7m
0.6m
0.7m
1.1m
4.8s 4.5s 4.1s 3.8s 3.8s 3.7s 6.0s 5.9s
Wed 19th March
12 AM 3 AM 6 AM 9 AM 12 PM 3 PM 6 PM 9 PM
51
kmh
52
kmh
52
kmh
52
kmh
50
kmh
45
kmh
41
kmh
38
kmh
1.5m
1.8m
1.9m
2.0m
1.9m
1.8m
1.9m
2.0m
5.7s 5.6s 5.6s 5.6s 5.6s 6.2s 9.1s 8.7s
Thu 13th March
2:00 AM 8:16 AM 2:53 PM 7:57 PM
0.28 0.54 0.31 0.47
Fri 14th March
2:36 AM 8:36 AM 3:21 PM 8:29 PM
0.28 0.54 0.30 0.49
Sat 15th March
3:10 AM 8:59 AM 3:46 PM 9:03 PM
0.28 0.53 0.30 0.50
Sun 16th March
3:42 AM 9:25 AM 4:09 PM 9:39 PM
0.29 0.52 0.30 0.50
Mon 17th March
4:13 AM 9:52 AM 4:29 PM 10:18 PM
0.31 0.51 0.31 0.51
Tue 18th March
4:43 AM 10:21 AM 4:46 PM 10:59 PM
0.33 0.50 0.32 0.51
Wed 19th March
5:13 AM 10:51 AM 5:01 PM 11:44 PM
0.35 0.49 0.33 0.51
Thu 13th March
12°
0.0mm
9kmh SW
67%
Fri 14th March
12°
3.7mm
7kmh WSW
90%
Sat 15th March
0.9mm
22kmh NW
77%
Sun 16th March
10°
0.0mm
13kmh W
46%
Mon 17th March
12°
0.0mm
13kmh NW
22%
Tue 18th March
14°
0.0mm
19kmh SE
12%
Wed 19th March
13°
0.0mm
36kmh ESE
37%
Thu 20th March
15°
0.0mm
13kmh SE
12%
Fri 21st March
15°
0.0mm
26kmh ESE
65%
Sat 22nd March
12°
3.0mm
48kmh E
79%
Sun 23rd March
17°
0.3mm
13kmh WNW
64%
Mon 24th March
16°
0.0mm
25kmh NW
2%
Tue 25th March
15°
0.0mm
8kmh W
10%
Wed 26th March
15°
0.0mm
20kmh SE
6%

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 4 days of very light rain with an average of 2.0mm rain on those days. Average cloud cover will be 42%.

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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