Nice Weather
A month-by-month look at temperature, rainfall and what to pack in Nice. The annual average is 20°C high / 11°C low — hottest in July (28°C) and coldest in January (5°C).
Nice Weather at a Glance
As of 2026A quick summary of Nice's year-round climate and the best time to visit.
- Annual average
- 20° / 11°
- Best time to visit
- May, June, July
- Hottest month
- July (28°C)
- Coldest month
- January (5°C)
- Wettest month
- November (115mm)
- Driest month
- July (15mm)
As of 2026, Nice's weather averages 20°C high / 11°C low across the year, and the best time to visit for stable temperatures, rainfall and crowds is May, June, July. The hottest month is July (28°C), the coldest is January (5°C), and the wettest is November (115mm).
Best Time to Visit Nice
BEST MONTH — Cannes Film Festival + Monaco Grand Prix + 22°C ideal. Hotels triple during Cannes Film Festival — book 6+ months ahead.
Warm summer. Sea swimming. Crowds rising. Cannes Lions advertising festival.
Peak summer. Bastille Day fireworks over Bay of Angels. Hotels at peak. Pre-book 3-4 months ahead.
Nice Weather Month by Month
Tap any month for a detailed guide with what to wear, sunrise/sunset and air quality.
| Month | High/Low | Rain | Rainy days | Crowds | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 13° / 5° | 70mm | 6 | Quiet | Details → |
| February | 14° / 5° | 55mm | 5 | Moderate | Details → |
| March | 16° / 7° | 50mm | 5 | Moderate | Details → |
| April | 18° / 9° | 60mm | 6 | Busy | Details → |
| May | 22° / 12° | 50mm | 5 | Very busy | Details → |
| June | 26° / 16° | 35mm | 4 | Very busy | Details → |
| July | 28° / 19° | 15mm | 2 | Very busy | Details → |
| August | 28° / 19° | 25mm | 3 | Very busy | Details → |
| September | 25° / 16° | 65mm | 6 | Very busy | Details → |
| October | 21° / 12° | 100mm | 8 | Busy | Details → |
| November | 17° / 9° | 115mm | 8 | Quiet | Details → |
| December | 14° / 6° | 80mm | 7 | Moderate | Details → |
What to Wear in Nice by Season
Spring. T-shirt + light jacket evening.
Hot summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV.
Autumn cool. Light jacket + sweater.
Mild. Light coat + sweater.
Nice Weather FAQ
What is the best time to visit Nice? +
For weather, May, June, July are the most comfortable months. Highs sit around 22°C with relatively stable rainfall and crowds.
What are the hottest and coldest months in Nice? +
The hottest month is July with an average high of 28°C, and the coldest is January with an average low of 5°C. The annual average is 20°C high / 11°C low.
When does it rain most in Nice? +
The wettest month is November (115mm over about 8 rainy days) and the driest is July (15mm). Total annual rainfall is roughly 720mm.
What should I pack for Nice? +
Spring (Mar–May) averages 19/9°C — Spring. T-shirt + light jacket evening. Summer (Jun–Aug) averages 27/18°C — Hot summer. T-shirt + shorts + UV. Autumn (Sep–Nov) averages 21/12°C — Autumn cool. Light jacket + sweater. Winter (Dec–Feb) averages 14/5°C — Mild. Light coat + sweater.
What is the weather in Nice this month (June)? +
June averages 26°C high / 16°C low with 35mm rainfall over about 4 rainy days. Crowds are very busy and prices are high.
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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.