Nice weather in May (Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France)
What's the typical weather in Nice for May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
The weather in Nice during May is typically perfect, with pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 20°C. But by evening, they drop to around 13°C.
Precipitation
Nice in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 64 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 10 days of rain.Average sunshine
There are approximately 251 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Nice. May, June, July, August and September typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nice climate page with graphs.
Nice, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
13°C
Max Temperature
20°C
Water Temperature
18°C *
Chance of Rain
32%
Precipitation
64 mm
Rainy days
10 days
Humidity
78% *
Windspeed
11 km/h *
Sunshine
251 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
62% *
Where to go in France in May
Find out more about the weather in France and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
For visitors traveling to Nice, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes. With a water temperature of around 18°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
Interested in more climate information?
This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Nice.
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