AI-generatedLa Ciotat at a glance
- Best time
- Jun – Sep
- Warmest month
- Aug · 28°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 23.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 2,910 h
- Rain a year
- 674 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+1 / UTC+2
- Elevation
- 12 m
Climate in La Ciotat
La Ciotat has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 28 °C, while January is the coolest at 13 °C. With around 2,910 hours of sunshine a year, La Ciotat is sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.2 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit La Ciotat
The best time to visit La Ciotat is from June to September. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from July to September. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from March to November. The wettest month is November with 111 mm of precipitation.
La Ciotat through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
La Ciotat in spring
Mar – May
Poor
- 16–21 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 8.5 h of sun a day
- 23 rainy days in all
La Ciotat in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 25–28 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 11.5 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
La Ciotat in autumn
Sep – Nov
Fair
- 16–24 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.7 h of sun a day
- 25 rainy days in all
La Ciotat in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 5.2 h of sun a day
- 24 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jul – Sep
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Mar – Nov
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: July – August
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Fair
Best time to visit: June – September
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 15°
- Midday, 13:00: about 20°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 21°
- Evening, 20:00: about 18°
- Night, 23:00: about 17°
07:5018:57
Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.
Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.
Light for photos in October
- Golden hour
- Morning 07:32–08:28 · evening 18:18–19:14
- Blue hour
- Morning 07:21–07:32 · evening 19:14–19:25
Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.
October in La Ciotat compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 22° at the start of the month to 18° at the end. The sea cools from 21° to 18°. The days get 1.4 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 22° | 18° |
| Night-time low | 16° | 13° |
| Sea | 21° | 18° |
| Daylight | 11.8 h | 10.4 h |
What is the weather like in La Ciotat in October?
In October, La Ciotat is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 92 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 7 min07:50 – 18:57
- UV index
- 3 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 1 daydew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 23 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 49 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 0 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+2offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %28 %
- Seaweight 25 %37 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %55 %
- Few rainy daysweight 20 %69 %
Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.
What to pack in October
- Wetsuit for longer swims
- Sunscreen
- A jumper for the evenings
- Rain jacket or umbrella
Compare two months in La Ciotat
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
August has the better holiday weather in La Ciotat: score 97 against 44. In August, days are 7 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 4 °C warmer in August. August has 5 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 5 hours longer a day in August.
| Month | October | August |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 44 | 97better |
| Daytime high | 21° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 15° | 20° |
| Sea | 19.6° | 23.2° |
| Sunshine | 6.3 h | 10.9 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 8 | 3better |
| Rainfall | 92 mm | 18 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 1better | 15 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
La Ciotat month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
20January13° · Sea 14° · 4.8 h
In January, La Ciotat is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 66 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in January26February13° · Sea 13° · 6.1 h
In February, La Ciotat is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 7 °C. The sea averages 13.3 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 6.1 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in February31March16° · Sea 14° · 7.5 h
In March, La Ciotat is cool: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 13.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 7.5 hours a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 51 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in March31April18° · Sea 15° · 8.3 h
In April, La Ciotat is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 14.5 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.3 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 54 mm. All in all, April is not an ideal month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in April48May21° · Sea 17° · 9.7 h
In May, La Ciotat is warm: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. With around 9.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 50 mm. All in all, May is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in May84June25° · Sea 20° · 11.3 h
In June, La Ciotat is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 20.3 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 11.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 28 mm in total. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in June93July27° · Sea 22° · 12.2 h
In July, La Ciotat is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 22.0 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 12.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 13 mm in total. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in July97August28° · Sea 23° · 10.9 h
In August, La Ciotat is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 23.2 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 10.9 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 18 mm in total. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in August85September24° · Sea 22° · 8.8 h
In September, La Ciotat is warm: daytime highs average 24 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.7 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 8.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 61 mm. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in September44October21° · Sea 20° · 6.3 h
In October, La Ciotat is mild: daytime highs average 21 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 6.3 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 92 mm. All in all, October is a so-so month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in October18November16° · Sea 17° · 5.0 h
In November, La Ciotat is mild: daytime highs average 16 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.3 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.0 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 11 rainy days and 111 mm in total. All in all, November is not an ideal month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in November19December13° · Sea 15° · 4.6 h
In December, La Ciotat is cool: daytime highs average 13 °C, and nights cool down to about 8 °C. The sea averages 15.2 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. Expect around 4.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 9 days, adding up to 79 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in La Ciotat.
La Ciotat in DecemberClimate in detail
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in La Ciotat
How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.
- Cold 0–8°
- Cool 8–15°
- Pleasant 15–20°
- Warm 20–24°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 15°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 1 day (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (7°), the warmest in August (20°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to August; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and from September to October. Nights fall below 8 °C on average from January to February, so the room should be heated. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 37 days a year, mostly in August.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 20 | 13° | 7° | 13.9° | 4.8 h | 8 | 66 |
| FebruaryFeb | 26 | 13° | 7° | 13.3° | 6.1 h | 7 | 51 |
| MarchMar | 31 | 16° | 9° | 13.5° | 7.5 h | 7 | 51 |
| AprilApr | 31 | 18° | 11° | 14.5° | 8.3 h | 8 | 54 |
| MayMay | 48 | 21° | 15° | 16.8° | 9.7 h | 7 | 50 |
| JuneJun | 84 | 25° | 18° | 20.3° | 11.3 h | 5 | 28 |
| JulyJul | 93 | 27° | 20° | 22.0° | 12.2 h | 3 | 13 |
| AugustAug | 97 | 28° | 20° | 23.2° | 10.9 h | 3 | 18 |
| SeptemberSep | 85 | 24° | 17° | 21.7° | 8.8 h | 6 | 61 |
| OctoberOct | 44 | 21° | 15° | 19.6° | 6.3 h | 8 | 92 |
| NovemberNov | 18 | 16° | 11° | 17.3° | 5.0 h | 11 | 111 |
| DecemberDec | 19 | 13° | 8° | 15.2° | 4.6 h | 9 | 79 |
Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences
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Sea temperature in La Ciotat
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 18.3 – 20.7 °C
Swimming season: Jun – Sep
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in La Ciotat ranges from 13.3 °C in February to 23.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
From November to February the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 21.9 and 25.3 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 13.9° | 13.2° | 14.6° | cold |
| FebruaryFeb | 13.3° | 12.9° | 13.8° | cold |
| MarchMar | 13.5° | 12.9° | 14.2° | cold |
| AprilApr | 14.5° | 13.7° | 15.2° | cold |
| MayMay | 16.8° | 15.7° | 17.8° | cold |
| JuneJun | 20.3° | 18.6° | 21.9° | refreshing |
| JulyJul | 22.0° | 20.4° | 24.2° | refreshing |
| AugustAug | 23.2° | 21.9° | 25.3° | pleasant |
| SeptemberSep | 21.7° | 19.7° | 23.2° | refreshing |
| OctoberOct | 19.6° | 18.3° | 20.7° | fresh |
| NovemberNov | 17.3° | 16.3° | 18.4° | fresh |
| DecemberDec | 15.2° | 14.0° | 16.1° | cold |
Sunshine hours in La Ciotat
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 6.3 of 11.1 hours of daylight in La Ciotat, 57 % of the daylight hours.
Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.
Rain in La Ciotat: rainy days and rainfall
A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.
In October, La Ciotat has about 8 rainy days with 92 mm of rain in total.
UV index in La Ciotat
How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.
- Clear-sky UV in October
- 3 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.
The sun is strongest in June (UV 9).
Minutes until sunburn in October
- Very fair skin
- about 40 min
- Fair skin
- about 50 min
- Light brown skin
- about 70 min
- Olive skin
- about 90 min
Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.
Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.
Wind and clouds in La Ciotat
How breezy and how cloudy La Ciotat is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.
Wind
Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.
In October, the wind in La Ciotat typically peaks at 23 km/h during the day: Beaufort 4, moderate breeze.
Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting
From Beaufort 4 (20 km/h) the daily breeze is usually enough for windsurfing and often for kiting, and here it is that strong all year.
Clouds
Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.
In October, cloud covers on average 49 % of the sky over La Ciotat: variable cloud, with about 6.3 hours of sunshine a day.
Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.
Heat and humidity in La Ciotat
How often the day gets hot in La Ciotat (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, La Ciotat has about 0 hot days, with an average daytime high of 21 °C: pleasant. Heat plays no part this month.
Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year
Planning a trip to La Ciotat
Weather for your travel dates
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La Ciotat in the school holidays
How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.
La Ciotat has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 20).
- 31
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Poor
- 17 °C by day
- Sea 14 °C
- 8.1 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 55
May half-term
May – Jun
Fair
- 22 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 10.0 h of sun a day
- 7 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 96
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 23 °C
- 11.4 h of sun a day
- 3 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 44
October half-term
Oct
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 20 °C
- 6.3 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 20
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 13 °C by day
- Sea 15 °C
- 4.7 h of sun a day
- 8 rainy days a month
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 1 h 45 min
- Distance
- 1,030 km
- Time zone
- UTC+2
- Jet lag
- Hardly any (under 3 h)
Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.
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La Ciotat vs Cassis
In October the holiday weather in La Ciotat and Cassis is about equally good (score 44 vs 45). During the day it is about as warm in Cassis as in La Ciotat. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | La Ciotat | Cassis |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 44 | 45 |
| Daytime high | 21° | 21° |
| Sea | 20° | 20° |
| Sunshine | 6 h | 6 h |
| Rainy days | 8 | 8 |
| Best time | Jun – Sep | Jun – Sep |
Through the year
France in October: the best places
In October, La Ciotat ranks 28 among the 31 nearest destinations in this country.
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- 2Sisteron19°83
- 3Toulon21°20°82
- 4Aix-en-Provence20°82
- 5Brignoles21°82
- 6Roussillon20°82
- 7Saint-Rémy-de-Provence21°82
- 8L'Isle-sur-la-Sorgue21°82
- 28La CiotatThis page21°20°44
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Frequently asked questions about La Ciotat
When is the best time to visit La Ciotat?
The best time to visit La Ciotat is from June to September. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.
How warm is the sea in La Ciotat?
The sea temperature in La Ciotat ranges from 13.3 °C in February to 23.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from June to September.
Can you swim in La Ciotat in October?
Only if you don't mind cold water: in October the sea averages just 19.6 °C. Comfortable swimming is possible from June to September.
What is the warmest month in La Ciotat?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 28 °C and nights around 20 °C. January is the coolest month at 13 °C.
When does it rain most in La Ciotat?
The wettest month is November with 111 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 13 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does La Ciotat get?
La Ciotat gets around 2,910 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.2 hours a day; in December there are 4.6 hours a day.
What time zone is La Ciotat in?
La Ciotat is on UTC+1 in January and UTC+2 in July.
How long is the flight from London to La Ciotat?
A nonstop flight from London to La Ciotat takes about 1 h 45 min, for a straight-line distance of about 1,030 km.
Which school holidays are best for La Ciotat?
La Ciotat has its best school-holiday weather during the summer holidays (score 96) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 20). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 31, May half-term 55, summer holidays 96, October half-term 44, Christmas holidays 20.