What is the weather like in Nice in May?

Expect temperatures between 14°C and 21°C with 19% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Nice in May?

Nice in May scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Nice in May?

May in Nice is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Nice Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

21°C

Hottest around day 28

Avg Low

14°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

19% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Ligurian Sea(Mer Ligure)

18.7°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🏊Pleasant

Comfortable for most swimmers

Swim Rating

👍Good for swimming

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

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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 May a Good Time to Visit Nice?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(66/100)

Short Answer

May is Nice's peak season for good reason: 21°C temperatures and 19% rain probability. But expect crowds (100% of annual maximum) and premium prices.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Peak tourist season

100% of annual peak - expect crowds and peak prices

Ideal temperature range

20.8°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Leishmaniasis, Zika

Plenty of sunshine

11.8h of sunshine daily

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.43m wave height - Lake-like

Good For

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
Families with children
Comfortable 20.8°C temperatures and low 19% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 20.8°C, 19% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 98/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

💰
Budget travelers
Peak season means premium prices everywhere
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Elderly travelers
75% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Nice in May averages 21°C with 19% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Nice in May

What are the temperatures in Nice in May?

Daytime highs average 21°C, nights drop to 14°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Nice in May?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Nice in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Nice?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Nice Weather in May