What to pack for Nice in September
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a packable rain layer
Humidity averages 65%; max daily wind around 16 km/h.
How September compares
Best months in Nice: April–July & September–October. See the full best time to visit Nice guide.
Nice in September: the details
In September, Nice sees average daytime highs of 26°C (78°F) and overnight lows of 18°C (65°F). Rainfall totals roughly 59 mm across 5.3 rainy days, and the sun shines about 10.6 hours per day with 12.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 65%.
In context: September is the third-warmest month and the 8th-wettest in Nice. The sunniest month is July (14.2 h/day).
| Metric | September average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 26°C / 78°F |
| Overnight low | 18°C / 65°F |
| Rainfall | 59 mm over 5.3 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 10.6 h/day (12.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 65% |
| Travel score | 10.0 / 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 September?
Daytime highs in Nice in September average 26°C (78°F); nights drop to about 18°C.
Does it rain in Nice in September?
Expect around 5.3 rainy days and 59 mm of rainfall in September.
Is September a good time to visit Nice?
September is one of the best months to visit Nice. Overall travel score: 10.0/10. The best months are April–July & September–October.
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