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Nice weather in August (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)

What kind of weather does August bring to Nice? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The weather in Nice is usually perfect in August, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. August ushers in the summer season. Anticipate daytime highs near 27°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 20°C. This period is characterized by high temperatures, often making it the hottest month of the year. Dressing in light, airy clothing will help you stay cool and comfortable.

Precipitation

Nice in August usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 32 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 6 days of rain.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 297 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a prime time to visit Nice. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the best circumstances. While January, February, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nice climate page with graphs.

 

Nice, monthly averages in August

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 27°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 24°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 21%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 32 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 6 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 297 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 73% *  
* Data from: Monaco, France (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in France in August

Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. With a water temperature of around 24°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
10/10
Cycling
8/10
Walking
8/10
Barbeque
10/10
Camping
10/10
Outdoor sports
8/10

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