France Nice Weather in January — Climate Guide
January in Nice is moderate
January is moderate for Nice.
Mildest European winter beach city. Promenade walks pleasant. Hotel rates lowest of year.
Travel score
Nice January Weather Stats
Avg High
13°C
Avg Low
5°C
Rainy Days
6
70mm total
Sunshine
5h
Daily avg
Humidity
70%
moderate
UV Index
2
Low
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
14°C
no swimming
Crowds
Quiet
At attractions
January Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
14 μg/m³
PM10
25 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
12°C
Nighttime
4°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for January
January Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Hotels 40-50% off summer
- Mild 13°C Riviera winter
- Promenade walks quiet
- Museums + culture indoor focus
Cons
- 70mm rain possible
- Sea cold 14°C no swimming
- Daylight 10h
January Events & Festivals
- Quiet shoulder month
Nice in January — Full Picture
Mildest European winter beach city. Promenade walks pleasant. Hotel rates lowest of year.
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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Nice January Hotel Picks
Frequently Asked Questions
Is January a good time to visit Nice?
Nice in January is moderate. Tourist crowds are quiet and flight/hotel prices are low season.
What's the average temperature in Nice in January?
Nice January averages a high of 13°C and a low of 5°C.
Does it rain much in Nice in January?
Nice January averages 70mm of rainfall over about 6 rainy days.
What should I wear in Nice in January?
Mild winter. Light coat + sweater + scarf.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Nice in January?
Nice January sunrise is 07:55 and sunset is 17:25, with 9h 30min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Nice in January?
Nice January air quality (AQI) averages 40, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 14μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Nice in January?
In January, Nice is great for Promenade walks, Matisse + Chagall museums, Vieux Nice.
Is January peak season in Nice?
Nice January crowds are quiet and prices are low season. 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.