Mid-winter · Weather & things to do
Nice in January
Nice edges cooler than December, with highs of 54°F (12°C), lows of 50°F (10°C) and about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain.
Its comfort score of 71/100 is still Good, though it ranks 11th of 12 here.
- Avg high
- 54°F (12°C)
- Avg low
- 50°F (10°C)
- Rain
- 2.2 in (55 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 60%
- Daylight
- ~9 h 05 min
- Comfort score
- 71/100 · Good
What January feels like
Cool days top out near 54°F (12°C), better for brisk walks than lingering outside.
Lows average 50°F (10°C).
Rain is moderate at about 2.2 in (55 mm) for the month.
Daylight is short, roughly 9 h 05 min mid-month, so start sightseeing early.
Plan around January
January is one of the lower-scoring months here; the best are May – September.
- Comfort holds steady from December (72 → 71/100).
- Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so January falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for January
- Insulated jackethighs only 54°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nice in January
January is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Lou Pilha Leva
Vieux Nice counter for Niçois street food: socca, pissaladière and petits farcis.
Why now January scores 71/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Pink Belle Époque villa on Cap Ferrat with nine themed gardens.
Why now Highs near 54°F and 2.2 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Castle Hill
Park on the site of Nice's old fortress, with views of the Baie des Anges and harbor.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Promenade des Anglais
7-km seafront walk along pebble beaches and blue chairs.
Chez Pipo
Socca specialist since 1923, baking the chickpea pancake in a wood-fired oven.
Nearby in January
- Avignon in January~124 mi · highs 50°F, 1.9 in rain · 2°C (4°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Zermatt in January~161 mi · highs 29°F, 2.5 in rain or snow · 14°C (25°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Florence in January~199 mi · highs 48°F, 2.2 in rain · 4°C (6°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Chianti in January~203 mi · highs 47°F, 2.3 in rain · 4°C (7°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 January: quick answers
Is January 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 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain. Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so January is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Nice in January?
Average highs are 54°F (12°C) and average lows 50°F (10°C), making it the 2nd-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nice in January?
Not much: about 2.2 in (55 mm) of rain falls across January on average, the 6th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.9 in (682 mm).
What should I pack for Nice in January?
Bring insulated jacket (highs only 54°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Nice in January?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.