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

Looking to travel to Nice in July? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Nice the weather in July is generally perfect, with high temperatures and low rainfall. July falls within the summer season. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 26°C, while night temperatures can drop to 20°C.

Nice in July usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 28 mm for the month. It's the month with the least rainfall. Whether you're keen on hiking, outdoor festivals, or just enjoying a walk in the park, this month provides a reliably dry backdrop for all your plans. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 5 days of rain.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 328 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nice, monthly averages in July

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 23°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 16%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 28 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 5 days  
HumidityHumidity 75% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 328 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 76% *  
* Data from: Monaco, France (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in France in July

Find out more about the weather in France in July and which places have the best weather 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 Nice in July?

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 23°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 in July.

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

Interested in more climate information?

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