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.
Nice · MayPhoto: Spike · CC BY-SA 4.0Climate 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
12J
12F
13M
15A
19M
23J
25J
25A
23S
19O
16N
13D
6J
5F
5M
6A
5M
4J
2J
3A
5S
7O
7N
7D
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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.