Nice (Côte d'Azur) · April
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, range from coolest to warmest dayØ dayrange | 13° (55°)8– (46–)17 (63) | 14° (57°)9– (48–)17 (63) | 16° (61°)11– (52–)20 (68) | 18° (64°)13– (55–)23 (73) | 21° (70°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 25° (77°)21– (70–)30 (86) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)33 (91) | 28° (82°)24– (75–)32 (90) | 25° (77°)20– (68–)30 (86) | 22° (72°)16– (61–)25 (77) | 18° (64°)11– (52–)21 (70) | 14° (57°)8– (46–)17 (63) |
Ø night, range from coldest to warmest nightØ nightrange | 6° (43°)2– (36–)10 (50) | 7° (45°)3– (37–)10 (50) | 9° (48°)4– (39–)13 (55) | 12° (54°)7– (45–)16 (61) | 16° (61°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 20° (68°)15– (59–)24 (75) | 22° (72°)18– (64–)25 (77) | 22° (72°)17– (63–)26 (79) | 19° (66°)15– (59–)23 (73) | 15° (59°)10– (50–)19 (66) | 11° (52°)5– (41–)15 (59) | 7° (45°)3– (37–)11 (52) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h UV 3 | 5h UV 4 | 7h UV 6 | 7h UV 7 | 8h UV 8 | 8h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 9h UV 8 | 7h UV 6 | 5h UV 5 | 5h UV 4 | 4h UV 3 |
🌊Water Temp | 15° (59°) | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 18° (64°) | 21° (70°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 22° (72°) | 21° (70°) | 18° (64°) | 16° (61°) |
🌧Rain Days | 5d64mm (2.5") | 4d60mm (2.4") | 4d60mm (2.4") | 4d55mm (2.2") | 3d39mm (1.5") | 2d20mm (0.8") | 1d9mm (0.4") | 1d16mm (0.6") | 3d58mm (2.3") | 5d87mm (3.4") | 6d118mm (4.6") | 5d87mm (3.4") |
Best travel time current monthØ = average · small figures = range: coolest–warmest day / coldest–warmest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
April in Nice (Côte d'Azur) at 18°C (64°F) is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are June, July, August, and September.
Daytime highs average 18°C (64°F), cooling to 12°C (54°F) at night (daily average: 15°C (59°F)). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F). The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 55 mm (2.2 in) total. At 15°C (59°F), the water is still quite cool in April — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Spring here is long and kind: 15 to 21°C (59 to 70°F), the flower market on Cours Saleya at its best, the old town still free of cruise groups. Ideal for trips to Èze or into the hinterland.
Packing list for Nice (Côte d'Azur) in April
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is April a good time to visit Nice (Côte d'Azur)?
- April is not an optimal month for Nice (Côte d'Azur) (Score: 66/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in April?
- In April, Nice (Côte d'Azur) sees daily highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to 12°C (54°F), with a daily average of 15°C (59°F). Peaks reach around 23°C (73°F), the coldest nights around 7°C (45°F).
- How much rain falls in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in April?
- In April, Nice (Côte d'Azur) receives an average of 55 mm (2.2 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Nice (Côte d'Azur) get in April?
- Nice (Côte d'Azur) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in April — close to the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in April?
- Water temperature in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in April averages 15°C (59°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.
