Peak score
9.3/10
Best months in Nice, France
Best Time to Visit Nice, France
Climate guide for Nice, France — updated 2026
Travel window June, July, September Peak: June · 9.3/10 climate score
Months to avoid January, February, December
Nice on the map · best months to visit
Nice, France
- Best monthsJune, July, September
- Avoid monthsJanuary, February, December
- Visit score now9/10
- Coordinates
- 43.70°, 7.27°
Quick answer
Plan your trip for June, July, September. Expect average highs near 26°C, lows near 20°C, and about 8 rainy days a month. Skip January, February, December when less favorable weather conditions sets in.
Warmest month
29°C
Coldest month
6°C
Wettest month
14d
Travel score by month
Each score weighs temperature comfort, rain, humidity, and outdoor conditions. Higher is better.
5.5 Jan
5.5 Feb
6.4 Mar
7.4 Apr
7.9 May
9.3 Jun
8.6 Jul
8.1 Aug
9.2 Sep
7.9 Oct
7 Nov
5.3 Dec
Excellent (7–10) Mixed (5–6) Tough (0–4)
Month-by-Month Recommendation
Tap any month to open its full weather page. Cards highlight score, temperature, rain, and comfort.
January
5.5 /10
Good
12°C / 6°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
February
5.5 /10
Good
13°C / 7°C 7 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
March
6.4 /10
Good
15°C / 7°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
April
7.4 /10
Great
18°C / 10°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
May
7.9 /10
Great
21°C / 14°C 14 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
June Best
9.3 /10
Excellent
26°C / 19°C 9 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
July Best
8.6 /10
Excellent
28°C / 22°C 5 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.7/10
August
8.1 /10
Great
29°C / 22°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.7/10
September Best
9.2 /10
Excellent
25°C / 18°C 9 rainy days Comfort Score: 10/10
October
7.9 /10
Great
21°C / 15°C 9 rainy days Comfort Score: 8.8/10
November
7 /10
Great
16°C / 10°C 10 rainy days Comfort Score: 7/10
December
5.3 /10
Fair
13°C / 7°C 8 rainy days Comfort Score: 5/10
Climate normals
Compare the monthly shape of temperature highs/lows and rainfall before locking in your dates.
Monthly Temperatures
HighLow
Line chart showing monthly temperatures. Jan: 12°C / 6°C . Feb: 13°C / 7°C . Mar: 15°C / 7°C . Apr: 18°C / 10°C . May: 21°C / 14°C . Jun: 26°C / 19°C . Jul: 28°C / 22°C . Aug: 29°C / 22°C . Sep: 25°C / 18°C . Oct: 21°C / 15°C . Nov: 16°C / 10°C . Dec: 13°C / 7°C .
Monthly Rainfall
Rainfall
Bar chart showing monthly rainfall. Jan: 53 mm. Feb: 61 mm. Mar: 84 mm. Apr: 74 mm. May: 71 mm. Jun: 50 mm. Jul: 20 mm. Aug: 38 mm. Sep: 58 mm. Oct: 127 mm. Nov: 121 mm. Dec: 82 mm.
Season by Season
Season cards explain why scores rise and fall, with a representative month picked for each.
Spring
Avg score 7.2/10Mar, Apr, May
Average highs of 18°C (64°F) with 11 rainy days per month. Climate score: 7.2/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Spring.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Summer
Avg score 8.7/10Jun, Jul, Aug
Average highs of 28°C (82°F) with 7 rainy days per month. Climate score: 8.7/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Summer.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Autumn
Avg score 8/10Sep, Oct, Nov
Average highs of 20°C (68°F) with 9 rainy days per month. Climate score: 8/10.
This month falls at the beginning of Autumn.
Weather conditions this month are among the best of the year, making it a popular time for outdoor activities.
Winter
Avg score 5.4/10Dec, Jan, Feb
Average highs of 13°C (55°F) with 7 rainy days per month. Climate score: 5.4/10.
This month falls at the middle of Winter.
Weather conditions this month are less ideal compared to other times of the year. Indoor activities or shorter outings may be more comfortable.
Frequently Asked Questions
The best months to visit Nice are June, July, September, when temperatures are comfortable and rainfall is low.
Consider avoiding January, February, December due to less favorable weather conditions.
Packing depends on the season. In peak months (June, July, September), light layers and sun protection are typical essentials.
Yes! June earns a climate score of 9.3/10 and is one of the best months to visit Nice. Warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.7°C (78°F). Sea temperature averages 23.1°C (74°F).
Yes! July earns a climate score of 8.6/10 and is one of the best months to visit Nice. Hot conditions, with highs reaching 28.4°C (83°F) and afternoons the warmest part of the day. Sea temperature reaches 26.2°C (79°F).