Nice in May
7.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 19°C. Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days.
19°CAvg high
12°CAvg low
11Rainy days (64 mm)
14:32 hDaylight
06:11Sunrise · 20:43 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 19°C
- Frequent rain: about 11 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.0 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.0 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C | 3°C | 66 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.2 |
| February | 11°C | 3°C | 60 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.3 |
| March | 13°C | 6°C | 63 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.6 |
| April | 15°C | 8°C | 81 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| May | 19°C | 12°C | 64 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| June | 23°C | 16°C | 50 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| July | 25°C | 18°C | 27 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| August | 25°C | 19°C | 31 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| September | 22°C | 15°C | 77 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.9 |
| October | 18°C | 12°C | 114 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.1 |
| November | 14°C | 8°C | 133 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.1 |
| December | 11°C | 5°C | 82 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nice in May?
Daytime highs average 19°C and nights about 12°C.
When is the best time to visit Nice?
The best months are July, August, June, September.