What to pack for Nice in December
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 70%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How December compares
Best months in Nice: April–July & September–October. See the full best time to visit Nice guide.
Nice in December: the details
In December, Nice sees average daytime highs of 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows of 6°C (43°F). Rainfall totals roughly 93 mm across 7.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7 hours per day with 8.8 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 70%.
In context: December is the 11th-warmest month and the third-wettest in Nice. The sunniest month is July (14.2 h/day).
| Metric | December average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 14°C / 57°F |
| Overnight low | 6°C / 43°F |
| Rainfall | 93 mm over 7.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7 h/day (8.8 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 70% |
| Travel score | 7.1 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Nice, France (43.7, 7.27) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nice in December?
Daytime highs in Nice in December average 14°C (57°F); nights drop to about 6°C.
Does it rain in Nice in December?
Expect around 7.3 rainy days and 93 mm of rainfall in December.
Is December a good time to visit Nice?
December is a good month to visit Nice. Overall travel score: 7.1/10. The best months are April–July & September–October.
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