What is the weather like in Nice in December?

Expect temperatures between 6°C and 13°C with 20% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Nice in December?

Nice in December scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Nice in December?

December in Nice is ideal for: Families with children, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers, Heat-sensitive visitors.

Nice Weather in December | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

13°C

Hottest around day 1

Avg Low

6°C

Coolest around day 29

Rainy Days

3days

20% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Winter season

Sea Temperature in December

Ligurian Sea(Mer Ligure)

16.1°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

💧Refreshing

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

🏄Cool, wetsuits recommended

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Ligurian Sea

Mer Ligure

Nice coastline

Essential Travel Info for Nice

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Currency

EUR

€ Euro

Language

French

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.895

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Moderate

51/ 100

Traffic Index

Balanced traffic

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Jun

Low

Oct

Monthly Traffic Distribution

103

Jan

128

Feb

135

Mar

173

Apr

212

May

213

Jun

191

Jul

210

Aug

205

Sep

Oct

Nov

131

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)

Paris Orly (ORY)

London Heathrow (LHR)

Geneva Cointrin (GVA)

Rome Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino (FCO)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

7 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to France. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to France.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in France.If rabies exposures occur while in France, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

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Source: CDC Travelers' Health

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Is December a Good Time to Visit Nice?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(65/100)

Short Answer

December is excellent for visiting Nice: comfortable 13°C temperatures, only 20% rain risk, and 6.2h of daily sunshine create ideal conditions for exploration.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

62% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Exceptional dining scene

100 Michelin-listed restaurants

Good For

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Families with children
Comfortable 12.8°C temperatures and low 20% rain risk
🏛️
Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
💑
Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 84/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather
🌡️
Heat-sensitive visitors
Manageable 12.8°C without oppressive humidity

Who Should Avoid

🏖️
Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 16.1°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Nice in December averages 13°C with 20% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Nice in December

What are the temperatures in Nice in December?

Daytime highs average 13°C, nights drop to 6°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Nice in December?

Expect around 3 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Nice in December?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is December peak season in Nice?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Nice Weather in December