Early spring · Weather & things to do
Nice in March
Nice edges warmer than February, with highs of 57°F (14°C), lows of 52°F (11°C) and about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain.
Our comfort score puts it mid-table at 77/100, 8th of 12.
- Avg high
- 57°F (14°C)
- Avg low
- 52°F (11°C)
- Rain
- 2.4 in (62 mm)
- Humidity
- 74%
- Cloud cover
- 53%
- Daylight
- ~11 h 38 min
- Comfort score
- 77/100 · Great
What March feels like
Expect mild afternoons around 57°F (14°C), good for long walks.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 52°F (11°C).
Some rain is likely, about 2.4 in (62 mm) in the month, so pack for a shower or two.
Plan around March
March sits mid-table; the best months are May – September.
- Comfort improves from 71/100 in February to 77/100.
- Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so March falls outside its suggested window.
What to pack for March
- A warm layer for eveningslows near 52°F
- Packable rain jacket or umbrellaa shower or two is likely
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nice in March
March 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 March scores 77/100 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 57°F and 2.4 in of monthly rain make this an easy outdoor pick.
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.
Chez Pipo
Socca specialist since 1923, baking the chickpea pancake in a wood-fired oven.
Lou Pilha Leva
Vieux Nice counter for Niçois street food: socca, pissaladière and petits farcis.
Nearby in March
- Avignon in March~124 mi · highs 60°F, 1.7 in rain · 2°C (3°F) warmer by day, drier
- Zermatt in March~161 mi · highs 35°F, 2.5 in rain or snow · 12°C (22°F) cooler by day, about as wet
- Florence in March~199 mi · highs 57°F, 2.5 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, about as wet
- Chianti in March~203 mi · highs 57°F, 2.4 in rain · similar daytime temperatures, 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 March: quick answers
Is March a good time to visit Nice?
It's middling, scoring 77/100. The best months are May – September, at up to 98. Expect highs of 57°F (14°C) and 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain. Our Paris to the Riviera route recommends May – Sep, so March is outside its suggested window.
How cold is Nice in March?
Average highs are 57°F (14°C) and average lows 52°F (11°C), making it the 4th-coldest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nice in March?
Some: about 2.4 in (62 mm) of rain falls across March on average, the 4th-wettest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.9 in (682 mm).
What should I pack for Nice in March?
Bring a warm layer for evenings (lows near 52°F), packable rain jacket or umbrella (a shower or two is likely) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Planning Nice in March?
Share this March plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.