What to pack for Nice in January
- long sleeves and a warm layer
- a medium jacket
Humidity averages 68%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How January compares
Best months in Nice: April–July & September–October. See the full best time to visit Nice guide.
Nice in January: the details
In January, Nice sees average daytime highs of 13°C (55°F) and overnight lows of 5°C (41°F). Rainfall totals roughly 46 mm across 4.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 7.4 hours per day with 9.1 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 68%.
In context: January is the coldest month of the year and the 9th-wettest in Nice. The sunniest month is July (14.2 h/day).
| Metric | January average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 13°C / 55°F |
| Overnight low | 5°C / 41°F |
| Rainfall | 46 mm over 4.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 7.4 h/day (9.1 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 68% |
| 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 January?
Daytime highs in Nice in January average 13°C (55°F); nights drop to about 5°C.
Does it rain in Nice in January?
Expect around 4.8 rainy days and 46 mm of rainfall in January.
Is January a good time to visit Nice?
January 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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