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

Curious about the September weather in Nice? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In Nice, September is characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 23°C. But by evening, they drop to around 17°C.

Nice in September usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 82 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 7 days of rain are anticipated.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 226 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.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, September 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 September

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 17°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 23°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 22°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 82 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 11 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 226 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: Monaco, France (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in France in September

Find out more about the weather in France in September 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 September?

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 22°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 September.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Barbeque
8/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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