Nice (Côte d'Azur) · December
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 13° | 14° | 16° | 18° | 21° | 25° | 28° | 28° | 25° | 22° | 18° | 14° |
MINMIN | 6° | 7° | 9° | 12° | 16° | 20° | 22° | 22° | 19° | 15° | 11° | 7° |
☀️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° | 14° | 14° | 15° | 18° | 21° | 23° | 24° | 22° | 21° | 18° | 16° |
🌧Rain Days | 5d64mm | 4d60mm | 4d60mm | 4d55mm | 3d39mm | 2d20mm | 1d9mm | 1d16mm | 3d58mm | 5d87mm | 6d118mm | 5d87mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
December in Nice (Côte d'Azur) is on the cool side — with highs around 14°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 14°C during the day and drop to 7°C at night — warm layers recommended. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (87 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. At 16°C, the water is still quite cool in December — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Packing list for Nice (Côte d'Azur) in December
- Warme Jacke
- Pullover und warme Lagen
- Lange Hosen
- Wärmende Schuhe
- Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is December a good time to visit Nice (Côte d'Azur)?
- December is not an optimal month for Nice (Côte d'Azur) (Score: 44/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in December?
- In December, Nice (Côte d'Azur) sees daily highs of 14°C. Nights cool to 7°C, with a daily average of 10°C.
- How much rain falls in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in December?
- In December, Nice (Côte d'Azur) receives an average of 87 mm of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Nice (Côte d'Azur) get in December?
- Nice (Côte d'Azur) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in December?
- Water temperature in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in December averages 16°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.