Ajaccio is a commune in France located on the island of Corsica in the Mediterranean Sea. It is the capital of the Corse-du-Sud department and the prefecture of the Corse region. It is located on the west coast of the island, approximately 150 km (93 mi) southeast of Marseille. The city has a population of approximately 55,000 people.
Ajaccio is a popular tourist destination, known for its stunning beaches, crystal clear waters, and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. The city is also known for its historical significance, as it was the birthplace of Napoleon Bonaparte in 1769. The city is home to many of Napoleon's former residences, including the House of Bonaparte and the Palace of the Governors.
The city is also home to a number of churches, including the Cathedral of Notre Dame des Victoires and the Church of St. Francis of Assisi. Other points of interest in the city include the Citadel, the Fesch Museum, and the Ajaccio Town Hall.
Ajaccio's climate is mild and temperate, with hot and dry summers and mild, wet winters. The city is also known for its cuisine, with a variety of seafood dishes, as well as traditional Corsican dishes.
The city is well connected by air, road, and ferry from mainland France. It is also the gateway to the rest of Corsica and the Mediterranean. Ajaccio is a great destination for tourists looking to explore the island and its culture.
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Ajaccio, France has a Mediterranean climate with mild winters and hot, dry summers. In the winter, temperatures average around 10°C, with occasional rain and some snow. Spring is warm and sunny, with temperatures rising up to 20°C and plenty of sunshine. Summer is hot and dry, with temperatures often reaching 30°C. Autumn is mild and pleasant, with temperatures ranging from 15°C to 25°C and plenty of sunshine.
Our weather forecast for Ajaccio helps plan your stay according to the weather. For sunny days, pack light and breathable clothes, swimwear, and sunscreen. For winter weather, it's recommended to bring warm clothes, gloves, a hat, sturdy footwear, and a raincoat.
| Date | Icon | Temperature | Wind speed/gusts | Cloudiness/Visibility | Air humidity/pressure | Sunrise/Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 21st 2024 Nov. 21st 2024 | max: 17.7 °C min: 10 °C |
33.8 m/s 70.6 m/s |
81.4 % 16.0 m |
61.1 % 1,008 hPa |
07:22:27 16:59:18 |
|
| Nov. 22nd 2024 Nov. 22nd 2024 | max: 17.7 °C min: 12.5 °C |
31.0 m/s 56.2 m/s |
54.3 % 21.3 m |
56.8 % 1,009 hPa |
07:23:38 16:58:40 |
|
| Nov. 23rd 2024 Nov. 23rd 2024 | max: 14.6 °C min: 9.6 °C |
22.3 m/s 40.7 m/s |
12.9 % 24.1 m |
56.7 % 1,027 hPa |
07:24:48 16:58:04 |
|
| Nov. 24th 2024 Nov. 24th 2024 | max: 16.3 °C min: 11.1 °C |
10.1 m/s 16.9 m/s |
5.5 % 24.1 m |
54.6 % 1,032 hPa |
07:25:58 16:57:30 |
|
| Nov. 25th 2024 Nov. 25th 2024 | max: 18.4 °C min: 12.9 °C |
9.7 m/s 11.9 m/s |
26.2 % 24.1 m |
59.0 % 1,026 hPa |
07:27:07 16:56:59 |
|
| Nov. 26th 2024 Nov. 26th 2024 | max: 18.5 °C min: 12.9 °C |
10.4 m/s 10.4 m/s |
38.4 % 24.1 m |
73.4 % 1,023 hPa |
07:28:15 16:56:30 |
|
| Nov. 27th 2024 Nov. 27th 2024 | max: 17.7 °C min: 13.1 °C |
8.8 m/s 8.4 m/s |
23.6 % 24.1 m |
84.6 % 1,022 hPa |
07:29:22 16:56:03 |
|
| Nov. 28th 2024 Nov. 28th 2024 | max: 16.1 °C min: 11.3 °C |
7.2 m/s 6.5 m/s |
3.1 % 24.1 m |
81.7 % 1,024 hPa |
07:30:29 16:55:38 |
|
| Nov. 29th 2024 Nov. 29th 2024 | max: 16.2 °C min: 10.8 °C |
7.9 m/s 7.2 m/s |
1.9 % 24.1 m |
77.2 % 1,027 hPa |
07:31:34 16:55:16 |
|
| Nov. 30th 2024 Nov. 30th 2024 | max: 15.9 °C min: 11.2 °C |
8.3 m/s 7.6 m/s |
2.3 % 24.1 m |
77.8 % 1,029 hPa |
07:32:39 16:54:56 |
|
| Dec. 1st 2024 Dec. 1st 2024 | max: 15.6 °C min: 10.4 °C |
8.6 m/s 9.4 m/s |
63.1 % 21.7 m |
79.6 % 1,026 hPa |
07:33:42 16:54:38 |
|
| Dec. 2nd 2024 Dec. 2nd 2024 | max: 14.2 °C min: 9.9 °C |
11.2 m/s 13.0 m/s |
17.5 % 23.8 m |
80.2 % 1,020 hPa |
07:34:45 16:54:23 |
|
| Dec. 3rd 2024 Dec. 3rd 2024 | max: 14.9 °C min: 9.3 °C |
10.2 m/s 11.8 m/s |
2.7 % 24.1 m |
71.6 % 1,024 hPa |
07:35:46 16:54:10 |
|
| Dec. 4th 2024 Dec. 4th 2024 | max: 16.0 °C min: 10.4 °C |
9.0 m/s 8.3 m/s |
48.0 % 24.1 m |
68.6 % 1,025 hPa |
07:36:46 16:54:00 |
|
| Dec. 5th 2024 Dec. 5th 2024 | max: 16.3 °C min: 12.2 °C |
9.4 m/s 11.9 m/s |
64.9 % 22.7 m |
77.4 % 1,026 hPa |
07:37:45 16:53:52 |
Would you like to travel to Ajaccio on a cruise ship or would you just like to know when a certain ship will dock there? Here you will find an overview of the cruise ships that will be calling at the port of Ajaccio .
| Date | Ship | Arrival | Departure | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov. 26th 2024 Tuesday, 26th of Nov. 2024 | Seabourn Sojourn | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Mar. 8th 2025 Saturday, 8th of Mar. 2025 | Majestic Princess | 12:00 pm | 07:00 pm | |
| Apr. 5th 2025 Saturday, 5th of Apr. 2025 | Seabourn Ovation | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 5th 2025 Saturday, 5th of Apr. 2025 | Seven Seas Splendor | 12:00 pm | 09:00 pm | |
| Apr. 7th 2025 Monday, 7th of Apr. 2025 | Emerald Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 10th 2025 Thursday, 10th of Apr. 2025 | Azamara Quest | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 12th 2025 Saturday, 12th of Apr. 2025 | Island Princess | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 19th 2025 Saturday, 19th of Apr. 2025 | Sky Princess | 09:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Apr. 23rd 2025 Wednesday, 23rd of Apr. 2025 | AIDAprima | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Apr. 29th 2025 Tuesday, 29th of Apr. 2025 | Mein Schiff 1 | 08:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| May 2nd 2025 Friday, 2nd of May 2025 | Sea Cloud | 08:00 am | 01:30 pm | |
| May 2nd 2025 Friday, 2nd of May 2025 | Seabourn Ovation | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 7th 2025 Wednesday, 7th of May 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| May 8th 2025 Thursday, 8th of May 2025 | Star Flyer | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| May 9th 2025 Friday, 9th of May 2025 | Sea Cloud | 08:00 am | 01:30 pm | |
| May 13th 2025 Tuesday, 13th of May 2025 | Explorer of the Seas | 10:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| May 16th 2025 Friday, 16th of May 2025 | Mein Schiff 4 | 09:00 am | 11:00 pm | |
| May 17th 2025 Saturday, 17th of May 2025 | EXPLORA II | 08:00 am | 08:00 pm | |
| May 17th 2025 Saturday, 17th of May 2025 | Mein Schiff 4 | 12:00 am | 08:00 am | |
| May 17th 2025 Saturday, 17th of May 2025 | Sea Cloud | 08:00 am | 01:30 pm | |
| May 17th 2025 Saturday, 17th of May 2025 | Voyager of the Seas | 10:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| May 20th 2025 Tuesday, 20th of May 2025 | MS Marina | 07:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| May 21st 2025 Wednesday, 21st of May 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| May 21st 2025 Wednesday, 21st of May 2025 | Sea Cloud Spirit | 08:00 am | 01:30 pm | |
| May 21st 2025 Wednesday, 21st of May 2025 | Star Flyer | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| May 27th 2025 Tuesday, 27th of May 2025 | Star Flyer | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Jun. 3rd 2025 Tuesday, 3rd of Jun. 2025 | Mein Schiff 4 | 08:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
| Jun. 3rd 2025 Tuesday, 3rd of Jun. 2025 | Royal Clipper | 12:00 am | 12:00 am | |
| Jun. 4th 2025 Wednesday, 4th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Jun. 5th 2025 Thursday, 5th of Jun. 2025 | MS Artania | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jun. 8th 2025 Sunday, 8th of Jun. 2025 | Mein Schiff 4 | 08:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
| Jun. 8th 2025 Sunday, 8th of Jun. 2025 | Vasco da Gama | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jun. 12th 2025 Thursday, 12th of Jun. 2025 | Queen Victoria | 07:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| Jun. 18th 2025 Wednesday, 18th of Jun. 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Jun. 20th 2025 Friday, 20th of Jun. 2025 | EXPLORA II | 09:00 am | 07:00 pm | |
| Jul. 1st 2025 Tuesday, 1st of Jul. 2025 | AIDAstella | 08:00 am | 05:30 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Jul. 2nd 2025 Wednesday, 2nd of Jul. 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Jul. 4th 2025 Friday, 4th of Jul. 2025 | Voyager of the Seas | 07:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jul. 10th 2025 Thursday, 10th of Jul. 2025 | Queen Victoria | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jul. 16th 2025 Wednesday, 16th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Jul. 18th 2025 Friday, 18th of Jul. 2025 | EXPLORA II | 09:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
| Jul. 18th 2025 Friday, 18th of Jul. 2025 | Queen Anne | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Jul. 28th 2025 Monday, 28th of Jul. 2025 | Seabourn Ovation | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm | |
| Jul. 30th 2025 Wednesday, 30th of Jul. 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Aug. 12th 2025 Tuesday, 12th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAstella | 08:00 am | 05:30 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Aug. 13th 2025 Wednesday, 13th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Aug. 15th 2025 Friday, 15th of Aug. 2025 | EXPLORA II | 09:00 am | 10:00 pm | |
| Aug. 15th 2025 Friday, 15th of Aug. 2025 | Queen Victoria | 08:00 am | 05:00 pm | |
| Aug. 27th 2025 Wednesday, 27th of Aug. 2025 | AIDAcosma | 09:30 am | 11:00 pm | DetailsPartnerlink |
| Sep. 6th 2025 Saturday, 6th of Sep. 2025 | Seabourn Ovation | 08:00 am | 06:00 pm |
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