The month in detail
What to expect in December
In December, Nice sees 14°C during the day with 4.7h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (19% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
December ranks 9 out of 12 months in Nice. Compared to November: −3°C daytime, 9 pts fewer rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in December
UV index
2 · low
no protection needed
Feels like
dry air
4°
Sea
16°C
cold, for the brave
Daylight
8.8h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 20
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Is December the right month?
The best month in Nice is July (9.6/10), 5.1 pts higher than December.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · France
🗣️LanguageFrench
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘExpensive · 4/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthAugust · 29°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘNovember · 28%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
🛂VisaSchengen · 90 days
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Other destinations in December
If December doesn't convince you for this destination, compare with others.
Location
Where is Nice ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
FranceTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.6 → 4.4 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
43.71°N · 7.26°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nice?
July is the best month with 28.0°C highs, 21.0°C lows, 11.3h of sunshine and 6.0% rainy days. The months of July & August offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Nice get in July?
Nice averages 11.3 sunshine hours per day in July. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.6/10.
What is the rainiest month in Nice?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Nice in July?
In July, overnight lows reach 21.0°C, while afternoon highs average 28.0°C.
Is Nice good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Nice scores 4.2/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains July with a score of 9.6/10.
When should you avoid Nice?
January is the most difficult month to visit Nice, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Nice in December?
In December, the sea averages 16°C in Nice: cold, for the brave. Best left to hardened swimmers or those with a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Nice in December?
The average UV index reaches 2 in December in Nice (low), with about 8.8h of daylight. No protection needed.