Nice (Côte d'Azur) · February
Low seasonFrance · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 13° (55°)17° (63°) | 14° (57°)17° (63°) | 16° (61°)20° (68°) | 18° (64°)23° (73°) | 21° (70°)26° (79°) | 25° (77°)30° (86°) | 28° (82°)33° (91°) | 28° (82°)32° (90°) | 25° (77°)30° (86°) | 22° (72°)25° (77°) | 18° (64°)21° (70°) | 14° (57°)17° (63°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 6° (43°)2° (36°) | 7° (45°)3° (37°) | 9° (48°)4° (39°) | 12° (54°)7° (45°) | 16° (61°)10° (50°) | 20° (68°)15° (59°) | 22° (72°)18° (64°) | 22° (72°)17° (63°) | 19° (66°)15° (59°) | 15° (59°)10° (50°) | 11° (52°)5° (41°) | 7° (45°)3° (37°) |
☀️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 · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
February in Nice (Côte d'Azur) is on the cool side — with highs around 14°C (57°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drop to 7°C (45°F) at night — warm layers recommended. Peaks reach around 17°C (63°F), the coldest nights around 3°C (37°F). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 4 rain days (60 mm (2.4 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C (57°F), the water is still quite cool in February — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
A mild winter on the Côte d'Azur: 13°C (55°F), plenty of sun between the rainy days, the Promenade des Anglais belonging to joggers and locals. From February the mimosa blooms in the hills — a yellow band along the coast.
Events & Festivals
- Carnaval de Nicevaries (mid-February to early March, ~3 weeks)
One of Europe's biggest carnivals, with magnificent flower battles (Bataille de Fleurs) on the Promenade des Anglais and evening illuminated parades. The tradition dates back to the 13th century.
Packing list for Nice (Côte d'Azur) in February
- Warm jacket
- Jumpers and warm layers
- Long trousers
- Warm shoes
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is February a good time to visit Nice (Côte d'Azur)?
- February is not an optimal month for Nice (Côte d'Azur) (Score: 51/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider June, July, August, and September.
- How warm is it in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in February?
- In February, Nice (Côte d'Azur) sees daily highs of 14°C (57°F). Nights cool to 7°C (45°F), with a daily average of 10°C (50°F). Peaks reach around 17°C (63°F), the coldest nights around 3°C (37°F).
- How much rain falls in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in February?
- In February, Nice (Côte d'Azur) receives an average of 60 mm (2.4 in) of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Nice (Côte d'Azur) get in February?
- Nice (Côte d'Azur) averages 5 sunshine hours per day in February — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in February?
- Water temperature in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in February averages 14°C (57°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.