France Nice Weather in August — Climate Guide
August in Nice is very-high
August is very-high for Nice.
Peak summer. European holidays. Hotels at maximum. Many locals on holiday — some restaurants close.
Travel score
Nice August Weather Stats
Avg High
28°C
Avg Low
19°C
Rainy Days
3
25mm total
Sunshine
10h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
10
Very high
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
23°C
swimming peak
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
August Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
28°C
Nighttime
19°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for August
August Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 28°C peak summer
- Sea 23°C warmest
- Long days
Cons
- Hotels at peak
- Tourist crush peak
- Some restaurants close locally
August Events & Festivals
- European summer holidays peak
Nice in August — Full Picture
Peak summer. European holidays. Hotels at maximum. Many locals on holiday — some restaurants close.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Like July. Peak summer.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
9.3°C
5.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
Current27.3°C
18°C
3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
12.3°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
13.7°C
5.3°C
6/mo
Nice Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13° | 5° | 6d·70mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 5° | 5d·55mm | 6h | 68% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 16° | 7° | 5d·50mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 9° | 6d·60mm | 8h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 12° | 5d·50mm | 9h | 65% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 16° | 4d·35mm | 10h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 28° | 19° | 2d·15mm | 11h | 60% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 28° | 19° | 3d·25mm | 10h | 65% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 25° | 16° | 6d·65mm | 8h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 21° | 12° | 8d·100mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| 17° | 9° | 8d·115mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 6° | 7d·80mm | 5h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Nice August Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is August a good time to visit Nice?
Nice in August is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Nice in August?
Nice August averages a high of 28°C and a low of 19°C.
Does it rain much in Nice in August?
Nice August averages 25mm of rainfall over about 3 rainy days.
What should I wear in Nice in August?
Like July. Peak summer.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Nice in August?
Nice August sunrise is 06:10 and sunset is 20:30, with 14h 20min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Nice in August?
Nice August air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Nice in August?
In August, Nice is great for Promenade beach, Èze + Monaco + Cannes, Sea swimming.
Is August peak season in Nice?
Nice August crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.