France Nice Weather in December — Climate Guide
December in Nice is high
December is high for Nice.
Christmas + NYE atmosphere. Mediterranean winter walks. NYE fireworks magical.
Travel score
Nice December Weather Stats
Avg High
14°C
Avg Low
6°C
Rainy Days
7
80mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
73%
moderate
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
15°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
December Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
13°C
Nighttime
5°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for December
December Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Christmas markets festive
- NYE fireworks Bay of Angels
- Mild 14°C
- Riviera winter beach
Cons
- NYE hotels surge
- Daylight 9.5h
December Events & Festivals
- Christmas markets Place Masséna
- NYE fireworks over Bay of Angels
Nice in December — Full Picture
Christmas + NYE atmosphere. Mediterranean winter walks. NYE fireworks magical.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Mild winter. Light coat + sweater + scarf.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
18.7°C
9.3°C
5.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27.3°C
18°C
3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
12.3°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
Current13.7°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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is December a good time to visit Nice?
Nice in December is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Nice in December?
Nice December averages a high of 14°C and a low of 6°C.
Does it rain much in Nice in December?
Nice December averages 80mm of rainfall over about 7 rainy days.
What should I wear in Nice in December?
Mild winter. Light coat + sweater + scarf.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Nice in December?
Nice December sunrise is 07:35 and sunset is 17:00, with 9h 25min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Nice in December?
Nice December air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Nice in December?
In December, Nice is great for Christmas markets Place Masséna, NYE fireworks Bay of Angels, Promenade walks.
Is December peak season in Nice?
Nice December crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.