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Nice in May: weather, sea & travel advice

Nice in May is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 19 °C (mild), and the sea is about 18 °C. With about 5 rainy days it is dry.

Promenade des Anglais in NizzaNice · MayPhoto: Spike · CC BY-SA 4.0

Climate facts

Day
19 °C
Night
16 °C
Sea
18 °C
Rainy days
5 rainy days
Sun
8 h/day
Humidity
77 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachLimited57/100
City breakExcellent94/100
ActiveExcellent92/100
FamilyLimited57/100

In favour

  • Little rain (about 5 rainy days)

To consider

  • Sea still cool (18 °C)

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
12
J
12
F
13
M
15
A
19
M
23
J
25
J
25
A
23
S
19
O
16
N
13
D
Rainy daysdays
6
J
5
F
5
M
6
A
5
M
4
J
2
J
3
A
5
S
7
O
7
N
7
D

Similar destinations in May

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Nice in May?

Daytime highs average around 19 °C, with nights around 16 °C.

Can you swim in Nice in May?

The sea is about 18 °C (cold).

Does it rain a lot in Nice in May?

On the long-term average, expect about 5 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Nice?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.