What to pack for Nice in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
Humidity averages 74%; max daily wind around 15 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Nice: April–July & September–October. See the full best time to visit Nice guide.
Nice in May: the details
In May, Nice sees average daytime highs of 21°C (70°F) and overnight lows of 14°C (57°F). Rainfall totals roughly 71 mm across 9.5 rainy days, and the sun shines about 11.6 hours per day with 14.5 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 74%.
In context: May is the 6th-warmest month and the 4th-wettest in Nice. The sunniest month is July (14.2 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 21°C / 70°F |
| Overnight low | 14°C / 57°F |
| Rainfall | 71 mm over 9.5 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 11.6 h/day (14.5 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 74% |
| Travel score | 9.4 / 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 May?
Daytime highs in Nice in May average 21°C (70°F); nights drop to about 14°C.
Does it rain in Nice in May?
Expect around 9.5 rainy days and 71 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Nice?
May is one of the best months to visit Nice. Overall travel score: 9.4/10. The best months are April–July & September–October.
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