Climate for Station: Marseilles-Marignane, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
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Climate Analysis & Overview
The climate profile of Marseilles-Marignane reveals a warming trend with both highs and lows increasing over the past decade. Precipitation patterns have shifted towards more concentrated events, suggesting potential challenges for water management in the region.
Mediterranean Climate Dynamics
Situated in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France, Marseilles-Marignane experiences a Mediterranean climate, characterised by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. The nearby Mediterranean Sea plays a crucial role in moderating temperatures, while the surrounding mountains can influence local weather patterns, often causing variations in precipitation and temperature.
Warming Trends in Temperature
Over the past decade, the Marseilles-Marignane station has recorded a significant warming trend. The average high temperatures have increased by 0.75°C (1.35°F), and the lows have risen by 0.70°C (1.26°F). This is more pronounced than the all-time trends, which show a rise of 0.20°C (0.36°F) for highs and 0.31°C (0.56°F) for lows. These figures suggest a more rapid warming in recent years, aligning with broader regional climate patterns and France's efforts to mitigate climate change impacts.
Extreme Temperature Records
The station has recorded an absolute maximum temperature of 39.7°C (103.5°F), indicative of the intense summer heatwaves that can affect the region. Conversely, the minimum temperature has fallen to -16.8°C (1.8°F), reflecting the occasional cold snaps during winter. These extremes highlight the variability inherent in the Mediterranean climate.
Precipitation Patterns and Challenges
The Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) at Marseilles-Marignane has risen from a baseline of 13.6 to a current value of 20.1. This significant increase indicates that precipitation is now more concentrated in fewer, more intense events. Such a shift can lead to challenges in water management, as the region may experience periods of drought punctuated by heavy rainfall, potentially leading to flooding.
Regional Climate Goals and Implications
France's commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and adapting to climate change is crucial in addressing these observed trends. The warming and shifting precipitation patterns at Marseilles-Marignane underscore the importance of these efforts. Recent weather events in the region, such as heatwaves and heavy rainfall, further highlight the need for adaptive strategies to manage the impacts on agriculture, water resources, and urban planning.
Station Statistics
10-Year Trend
High: +0.75 °C/decade
Low: +0.70 °C/decade
Rain: -0.63 mm/decade
25-Year Trend
High: +0.62 °C/decade
Low: +0.31 °C/decade
Rain: -0.05 mm/decade
50-Year Trend
High: +0.56 °C/decade
Low: +0.34 °C/decade
Rain: -0.06 mm/decade
All-Time Trend
High: +0.20 °C/decade
Low: +0.31 °C/decade
Rain: -0.02 mm/decade
Percentage Above-Average Days
Last 12 Months: 55.1%
This Year: 57.4%
Precipitation Concentration Index (PCI) ℹ️
Last 12 Months: 20.1
Historical Average: 13.6
Percentile Rank of Last 12 Months ℹ️
High: 96th percentile
Low: 98th percentile
Rain: 4th percentile
Change in Variance ℹ️
High: +5.3%
Low: +5.1%
Intraday: -13.8%
Data Coverage
88.8%
First Year of Data
1921
Station Location
Historical Weather Records
| Max High | Avg High | Min High | Max Avg | Avg Avg | Min Avg | Max Low | Avg Low | Min Low | Max Precipitation | Avg Precipitation | Max Snow | Avg Snow | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 39.7 °C | — | -6.3 °C | 32.9 °C | — | -9.5 °C | 28.3 °C | — | -16.8 °C | 212.3 mm | — | — | — |
| January | 19.9 °C | 11.0 °C | -5.1 °C | 16.8 °C | 6.7 °C | -7.9 °C | 15.0 °C | 2.5 °C | -12.4 °C | 64.9 mm | 1.5 mm | — | — |
| February | 22.5 °C | 12.4 °C | -6.3 °C | 16.1 °C | 7.8 °C | -9.5 °C | 14.8 °C | 3.2 °C | -16.8 °C | 80.6 mm | 1.5 mm | — | — |
| March | 25.4 °C | 15.4 °C | -0.6 °C | 20.3 °C | 10.7 °C | 0.0 °C | 17.5 °C | 5.7 °C | -10.0 °C | 79.5 mm | 1.4 mm | — | — |
| April | 29.6 °C | 18.4 °C | 7.4 °C | 23.0 °C | 13.5 °C | 4.8 °C | 18.1 °C | 8.4 °C | -2.4 °C | 65.7 mm | 1.5 mm | — | — |
| May | 34.9 °C | 22.5 °C | 8.8 °C | 26.8 °C | 17.7 °C | 8.6 °C | 21.9 °C | 12.1 °C | 0.0 °C | 52.8 mm | 1.4 mm | — | — |
| June | 39.6 °C | 26.7 °C | 16.0 °C | 30.7 °C | 21.9 °C | 13.4 °C | 25.0 °C | 15.9 °C | 5.4 °C | 54.7 mm | 0.9 mm | — | — |
| July | 39.7 °C | 29.7 °C | 18.8 °C | 32.9 °C | 24.6 °C | 17.6 °C | 28.3 °C | 18.3 °C | 7.8 °C | 40.6 mm | 0.4 mm | — | — |
| August | 39.2 °C | 29.2 °C | 18.8 °C | 31.7 °C | 24.0 °C | 15.7 °C | 28.0 °C | 18.0 °C | 8.1 °C | 65.1 mm | 0.9 mm | — | — |
| September | 34.3 °C | 25.5 °C | 14.4 °C | 27.7 °C | 20.4 °C | 12.3 °C | 24.6 °C | 15.2 °C | 1.0 °C | 212.3 mm | 1.9 mm | — | — |
| October | 30.4 °C | 20.7 °C | 8.3 °C | 24.4 °C | 16.0 °C | 6.1 °C | 21.9 °C | 11.5 °C | -2.2 °C | 161.3 mm | 2.4 mm | — | — |
| November | 25.2 °C | 15.2 °C | 2.3 °C | 20.3 °C | 10.9 °C | 0.3 °C | 19.7 °C | 6.8 °C | -5.8 °C | 98.4 mm | 2.3 mm | — | — |
| December | 20.7 °C | 11.6 °C | -2.8 °C | 17.0 °C | 7.8 °C | -3.3 °C | 15.9 °C | 3.5 °C | -12.8 °C | 66.8 mm | 1.7 mm | — | — |
Data Visualisations
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Climate 12-Month Moving Averages






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Daily Data Points and Averages Throughout the Year





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