Late winter · Weather & things to do
Nice in February
This is the coldest month in Nice: highs average 54°F (12°C) and lows 49°F (10°C), with about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 71/100 is still Good, though it ranks 12th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 49°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 2.1 in (53 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 58%
- Daylight
- ~10 h 16 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What February feels like
It's cool, with highs near 54°F (12°C), so a proper jacket stays on most of the day.
Nights cool to an average low of 49°F (10°C).
About 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls in a typical year's February.
Plan around February
February is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Comfort holds steady from January (71 → 71/100).
- Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so February falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for February
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost places below are best reached on foot or with short walks
What to do in Nice in February
With conditions on your side, the picks below favor time outside.
Musée Matisse
Matisse's work in a 17th-century villa in the olive grove of Cimiez.
Jardin Exotique d'Èze
Cactus garden at the top of the perched village of Èze with sea views.
Why now February scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Lou Pilha Leva
Vieux Nice counter for Niçois street food: socca, pissaladière and petits farcis.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 2.1 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Les Distilleries Idéales
Old-town bar for apéro, with a wood-paneled room and sidewalk tables.
Cours Saleya Market
Morning flower and produce market in Vieux Nice; antiques on Mondays.
Nearby in February
- Avignon in February~124 mi · highs 52°F, 1.6 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Zermatt in February~161 mi · highs 30°F, 2.0 in rain or snow · 13°C (24°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Florence in February~199 mi · highs 50°F, 2.6 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Chianti in February~203 mi · highs 50°F, 2.5 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
NASA POWER 2001–2025 monthly averages on a ~50 km grid. Comfort scores weigh temperature, rain, humidity and cloud: see how we score each month. Check a forecast before you go.
Nice in February: quick answers
Is February a good time to visit Nice?
It's one of the tougher months here, scoring 71/100, held back mainly by cloud cover. The best months are May – September. Expect highs of 54°F (12°C) and 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain. Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so February is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Nice in February?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 49°F (10°C), making it the coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nice in February?
Not much: about 2.1 in (53 mm) of rain falls across February on average, the 6th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.9 in (682 mm).
What should I pack for Nice in February?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most places below are best reached on foot or with short walks).
Planning Nice in February?
Bring the crew into one shared trip: vote on dates, build the day-by-day plan, split costs and share one packing list.