October 8 is generally a great time to visit Nice. While there is a slight chance of rain (18%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 21°C weather. Take advantage of the off-peak calm in Nice to see the sights without the usual crowds.
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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 October 8
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 21.3°C. 18% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Nice in October
Based on historical data for October 8, Nice typically experiences temperatures between 14.6°C and 21.3°C. We recommend packing light jacket, long pants to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (18% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Nice
Smart Suitcase
- Light Jacket
- Long Pants
Average High
21.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
14.6°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
21.5°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
18%
Avg 1.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
50%
Overcast
Pressure
1016.8 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 94% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 15 for extended outdoor time
Type I-II
🔴 57 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 86 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 143 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
16.7°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
✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in France
Flight Traffic
Quiet
25/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
1 vaccine • View Details →
Landing Slots
~54
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Nice
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
06:37
☀️ Noon
12:19
🌇 Sunset
18:02
⏱️ Daylight
11h 24m
Wind Speed
10.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
9.1 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
💰💰 Moderate
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 October 8 averages 21.3°C with a 18% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 99/100."
— 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
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
October 1
22.1°C • 14% rain
Score
100
October 12
20.9°C • 16% rain
Score
100
October 14
20.4°C • 16% rain
Score
100
💡 Moving your event by a few days could significantly improve weather conditions
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📍 Is Nice Worth Visiting on October 8?
Planning a trip to Nice on October 8? 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 21.3°C with a 18% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 54 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 21.6°C (swimming pool). Wave conditions are generally lake-like with heights around 0.49m.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest October 8 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 25.6°C in 2023, while the coldest dropped to 12.1°C in 2017.