Mid-summer · Weather & things to do
Nice in July
Nice sees its driest month, with just 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain, highs of 78°F (26°C) and lows of 74°F (23°C).
At 97/100 for comfort (2nd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 78°F (26°C)
- Avg low
- 74°F (23°C)
- Rain
- 0.7 in (17 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 28%
- Daylight
- ~14 h 57 min
- Comfort score
- 97/100 · Great
What July feels like
Highs settle around 78°F (26°C), warm enough for short sleeves most of the day.
Even at night it stays warm, around 74°F (23°C).
Rain is scarce: about 0.7 in (17 mm) for the whole month.
Sunny spells dominate: cloud cover averages 28%.
Plan around July
July is one of Nice's best months on the climate data.
- Comfort improves from 92/100 in June to 97/100.
- July sits inside the May – Sep window our Paris to the Riviera route recommends.
What to pack for July
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 78°F
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hathigh UV on clear days
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nice in July
July is good outdoor weather here, so these picks lean toward the open air.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Pink Belle Époque villa on Cap Ferrat with nine themed gardens.
Why now July scores 97/100 for comfort, good conditions for being outside.
Castle Hill
Park on the site of Nice's old fortress, with views of the Baie des Anges and harbor.
Why now Highs near 78°F and 0.7 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
Chez Pipo
Socca specialist since 1923, baking the chickpea pancake in a wood-fired oven.
Promenade des Anglais
7-km seafront walk along pebble beaches and blue chairs.
Why now One to do outside while the weather is on your side.
Lou Pilha Leva
Vieux Nice counter for Niçois street food: socca, pissaladière and petits farcis.
Nearby in July
- Avignon in July~124 mi · highs 92°F, 1.0 in rain · 8°C (14°F) warmer by day, about as wet
- Zermatt in July~161 mi · highs 65°F, 3.8 in rain · 7°C (13°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Florence in July~199 mi · highs 91°F, 1.3 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Chianti in July~203 mi · highs 91°F, 1.2 in rain · 7°C (13°F) warmer 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 July: quick answers
Is July a good time to visit Nice?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 97/100. Expect highs of 78°F (26°C) and 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain. July is inside the May – Sep window our Paris to the Riviera route recommends.
How hot is Nice in July?
Average highs are 78°F (26°C) and average lows 74°F (23°C), making it the 2nd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nice in July?
Not much: about 0.7 in (17 mm) of rain falls across July on average, the driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.9 in (682 mm).
What should I pack for Nice in July?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 78°F), sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat (high UV on clear days) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in July
- Paris to the Riviera May – Sep
Planning Nice in July?
Plan it together in TripsCircle: one itinerary, one shared packing list and costs split as you go.