At a glance
| Metric | Nice | Paris |
|---|---|---|
| Hottest month high | 29°C | 25°C |
| Coldest month low | 5°C | 2°C |
| Annual rainfall | 800 mm | 829 mm |
| Avg sunshine | 10.2 h/day | 8 h/day |
| Best months | April–July & September–October | July–September |
Travel score, month by month
| Month | Nice | Paris | Better weather |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 7.1 · Good | 2.1 · Challenging | Nice |
| February | 8.3 · Good | 4.4 · Poor | Nice |
| March | 8.8 · Excellent | 5.2 · Fair | Nice |
| April | 9.3 · Excellent | 8.0 · Good | Nice |
| May | 9.4 · Excellent | 8.7 · Excellent | Nice |
| June | 10.0 · Excellent | 8.8 · Excellent | Nice |
| July | 9.8 · Excellent | 9.7 · Excellent | Nice |
| August | 9.0 · Excellent | 9.1 · Excellent | Paris |
| September | 10.0 · Excellent | 9.2 · Excellent | Nice |
| October | 9.4 · Excellent | 7.1 · Good | Nice |
| November | 8.4 · Good | 4.1 · Poor | Nice |
| December | 7.1 · Good | 1.9 · Challenging | Nice |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has better weather, Nice or Paris?
Nice has the better travel weather in 11 of 12 months, versus 1 for Paris — based on temperature, rainfall and sunshine.
When is the best time to visit Nice?
The best months to visit Nice are April–July & September–October, based on six years of climate data.
When is the best time to visit Paris?
The best months to visit Paris are July–September, based on six years of climate data.
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