May 29 is generally a great time to visit Nice. While there is a slight chance of rain (15%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 23°C weather. As it's peak season for Nice, we recommend booking your stay well in advance to secure the best rates. Note: May 29 is Ascension Day in Nice, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.
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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 29
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 22.7°C. 15% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nice in May
Based on historical data for May 29, Nice typically experiences temperatures between 15.7°C and 22.7°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (15% 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
22.7°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.7°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
23.1°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
15%
Avg 0.8mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
51%
Overcast
Pressure
1015.1 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 92% 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 - 20:00
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
17.6°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
Holiday
Ascension Day
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
04:55
☀️ Noon
12:29
🌇 Sunset
20:04
⏱️ Daylight
15h 8m
Wind Speed
10.7 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
12.4 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
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 29 averages 22.7°C with a 15% 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 29?
Planning a trip to Nice on May 29? 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 22.7°C with a 15% historical precipitation risk.
🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Ascension Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.
✈️ 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 20.4°C (refreshing tonic). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.29m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 29 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 26.8°C in 2025, while the coldest dropped to 12.4°C in 2019.