Early autumn · Weather & things to do
Nice in September
Nice cools off: highs slip to 73°F (23°C), from 78°F in August, with lows of 69°F (21°C) and about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain.
At 94/100 for comfort (3rd of 12), it's one of the best months to visit.
- Avg high
- 73°F (23°C)
- Avg low
- 69°F (21°C)
- Rain
- 1.9 in (47 mm)
- Humidity
- 72%
- Cloud cover
- 41%
- Daylight
- ~12 h 17 min
- Comfort score
- 94/100 · Great
What September feels like
Warm afternoons near 73°F (23°C) make long days outdoors easy.
After dark, temperatures fall to about 69°F (21°C).
Rain is moderate at about 1.9 in (47 mm) for the month.
Plan around September
September is one of Nice's best months on the climate data.
- Last warm month for a while: October highs fall to 67°F.
- Last of the best-scoring months: by October, the score drops to 83/100.
- Comfort slips from 98/100 in August to 94/100.
- September sits inside the May – Sep window our Paris to the Riviera route recommends.
What to pack for September
- Light, breathable clotheshighs average 73°F
- Comfortable walking shoesmost picks involve some walking
What to do in Nice in September
September 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 September scores 94/100 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 73°F and 1.9 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 September
- Avignon in September~124 mi · highs 80°F, 2.4 in rain · 4°C (7°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Zermatt in September~161 mi · highs 58°F, 2.7 in rain · 9°C (15°F) cooler by day, wetter
- Florence in September~199 mi · highs 79°F, 2.6 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
- Chianti in September~203 mi · highs 79°F, 2.6 in rain · 3°C (6°F) warmer by day, wetter
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 September: quick answers
Is September a good time to visit Nice?
Yes. On the climate data it's one of the best months, scoring 94/100. Expect highs of 73°F (23°C) and 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain. September is inside the May – Sep window our Paris to the Riviera route recommends.
How hot is Nice in September?
Average highs are 73°F (23°C) and average lows 69°F (21°C), making it the 3rd-warmest month by daytime highs.
Does it rain a lot in Nice in September?
Not much: about 1.9 in (47 mm) of rain falls across September on average, the 4th-driest month of the year. The annual total is about 26.9 in (682 mm).
What should I pack for Nice in September?
Bring light, breathable clothes (highs average 73°F) and comfortable walking shoes (most picks involve some walking).
Routes in season in September
- Paris to the Riviera May – Sep
Planning Nice in September?
Share this September plan with your group, poll everyone on dates and keep the packing list in one place.