France Nice Weather in March — Climate Guide
March in Nice is high
March is high for Nice.
Spring start — pleasant weather. Lower than peak crowds. Promenade walks ideal.
Travel score
Nice March Weather Stats
Avg High
16°C
Avg Low
7°C
Rainy Days
5
50mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
5
Moderate
Wind
8 km/h
Gusts 22
Sea Temp
13°C
no swimming
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
March Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
12 μg/m³
PM10
22 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
16°C
Nighttime
6°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
8 km/h
Max gust 22 km/h
Activities Recommended for March
March Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 16°C improving
- Daylight 12h
- Pre-peak prices
- Spring blooms
Cons
- Sea still cold 13°C
- Variable weather
March Events & Festivals
- Spring blooms
- Pre-peak season
Nice in March — Full Picture
Spring start — pleasant weather. Lower than peak crowds. Promenade walks ideal.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Spring transition. Light layers + light jacket.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current18.7°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)
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Is March a good time to visit Nice?
Nice in March is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Nice in March?
Nice March averages a high of 16°C and a low of 7°C.
Does it rain much in Nice in March?
Nice March averages 50mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Nice in March?
Spring transition. Light layers + light jacket.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Nice in March?
Nice March sunrise is 06:45 and sunset is 18:30, with 11h 45min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Nice in March?
Nice March air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 12μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Nice in March?
In March, Nice is great for Promenade walks, Èze cliff village, Monaco day trip.
Is March peak season in Nice?
Nice March crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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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.