Nice Weather in August

August in Nice brings high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F) and nights dropping to 20°C (68°F). With excellent weather conditions overall, it's a good time to visit.

Rainfall in Nice in August

Historically, the month has about 6 days of rain, averaging 32 mm (1.3 in) in total. Rain days are few and the total is low, so this is a largely dry month. Any showers that do occur tend to be brief.

Temperature in Nice in August

The temperature in Nice in August is excellent. Daytime highs reach 27°C (81°F), with nights dropping to 20°C (68°F). August is part of the summer season. Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 20°C (68°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep. It's the warmest month of the year on average, so summer clothing is the way to go.

Sunshine in Nice in August

The month enjoys around 297 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Nice in August

August has wind speeds averaging 3 m/s (6 knots). You can expect comfortable light winds that steadily move flags and feel mild throughout the day. Since this is an average, daily conditions vary from gentle winds to more active breezes.

Average water temperature in August

With water at 24°C (75°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period, it feels comfortable straight away.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, August is a good time to visit Nice.