May 23 is statistically one of the best days of the year in Nice. With minimal rain risk (12%) and pleasant highs of 22°C, it's ideal for outdoor adventures. As it's peak season for Nice, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates.
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Essential Travel Info for Nice
Currency
EUR
€ Euro
Language
French
Driving
Right side
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Safety
High Safety
GPI: 1.895
Nice Weather Forecast for May 23
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.8°C. 12% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nice in May
Based on historical data for May 23, Nice typically experiences temperatures between 14.4°C and 21.8°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (12% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nice
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
21.8°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.4°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
22.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
12%
Avg 0.6mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
47%
Overcast
Pressure
1014.4 hPa
Medium volatility
Nice Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 100% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
04:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 19:00
Type I-II
🔴 15 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 23 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 38 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
17.2°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Marine Conditions
Marine Life
No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!
Swim Index
⚠️ Mixed Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
High
100/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~212
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nice
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
04:59
☀️ Noon
12:29
🌇 Sunset
19:58
⏱️ Daylight
14h 58m
Wind Speed
10.5 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
12.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
75%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Nice
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Nice on May 23 averages 21.8°C with a 12% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 100/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Nice Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Nice Worth Visiting on May 23?
Planning a trip to Nice on May 23? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 21.8°C with a 12% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 212 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 7 vaccinations are recommended for France, including COVID-19.
🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 19.2°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.55m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 23 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 24.8°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 12.8°C in 2025.