Nice (Côte d'Azur) · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 13° (56°) | 14° (56°) | 16° (60°) | 18° (64°) | 21° (70°) | 25° (77°) | 28° (82°) | 28° (83°) | 25° (77°) | 22° (71°) | 18° (63°) | 14° (58°) |
MINMIN | 6° (43°) | 7° (44°) | 9° (48°) | 12° (53°) | 16° (60°) | 20° (67°) | 22° (72°) | 22° (72°) | 19° (66°) | 15° (59°) | 11° (51°) | 7° (45°) |
☀️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° (58°) | 14° (57°) | 14° (57°) | 15° (59°) | 18° (63°) | 21° (69°) | 23° (73°) | 24° (75°) | 22° (72°) | 21° (69°) | 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 monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Nice (Côte d'Azur) is on the cool side — with highs around 13°C (55°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Temperatures reach a maximum of 13°C (55°F) during the day and drop to 6°C (43°F) at night — warm layers recommended. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 5 rain days (64 mm (2.5 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 14°C (57°F), the water is still quite cool in January — 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 January
- 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 January a good time to visit Nice (Côte d'Azur)?
- January 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 January?
- In January, Nice (Côte d'Azur) sees daily highs of 13°C (55°F). Nights cool to 6°C (43°F), with a daily average of 9°C (48°F).
- How much rain falls in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in January?
- In January, Nice (Côte d'Azur) receives an average of 64 mm (2.5 in) of rain over 5 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
- How many sunshine hours does Nice (Côte d'Azur) get in January?
- Nice (Côte d'Azur) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in January?
- Water temperature in Nice (Côte d'Azur) in January averages 14°C (57°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.