France Nice Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Nice is very-high
Nice Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 22° / 12°
- Rainfall
- 50mm · 5 days
- Crowds
- Very busy
As of 2026, Nice in May averages a high of 22°C and low of 12°C with 50mm of rain over about 5 days. Warm spring. T-shirt + light layers.
May is very-high for Nice.
BEST MONTH — Cannes Film Festival + Monaco Grand Prix + 22°C ideal. Hotels triple during Cannes Film Festival — book 6+ months ahead.
Travel score
Nice May Weather Stats
Avg High
22°C
Avg Low
12°C
Rainy Days
5
50mm total
Sunshine
9h
Daily avg
Humidity
65%
moderate
UV Index
8
Very high
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 18
Sea Temp
16°C
swimming starts
Crowds
Very busy
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
11 μg/m³
PM10
20 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
22°C
Nighttime
12°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 18 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- Cannes Film Festival magical
- Monaco Grand Prix
- 22°C ideal
- Sea warming
Cons
- Cannes Film Festival hotels triple
- Monaco GP hotels triple
May Events & Festivals
- Cannes Film Festival mid-May
- Monaco Grand Prix late May
Nice in May — Full Picture
BEST MONTH — Cannes Film Festival + Monaco Grand Prix + 22°C ideal. Hotels triple during Cannes Film Festival — book 6+ months ahead.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Warm spring. T-shirt + light layers.
Packing Checklist
Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current18.7°C
9.3°C
5.3/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
27.3°C
18°C
3/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
21°C
12.3°C
7.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
13.7°C
5.3°C
6/mo
Nice Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13° | 5° | 6d·70mm | 5h | 70% | 2 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 5° | 5d·55mm | 6h | 68% | 3 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 16° | 7° | 5d·50mm | 7h | 65% | 5 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| April (Best) | 18° | 9° | 6d·60mm | 8h | 65% | 6 | Busy | Peak |
| May (Best) | 22° | 12° | 5d·50mm | 9h | 65% | 8 | Very busy | Peak |
| June (Best) | 26° | 16° | 4d·35mm | 10h | 65% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| July (Best) | 28° | 19° | 2d·15mm | 11h | 60% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| August (Best) | 28° | 19° | 3d·25mm | 10h | 65% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| September (Best) | 25° | 16° | 6d·65mm | 8h | 65% | 7 | Very busy | Peak |
| 21° | 12° | 8d·100mm | 7h | 70% | 5 | Busy | Peak | |
| 17° | 9° | 8d·115mm | 5h | 73% | 3 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 14° | 6° | 7d·80mm | 5h | 73% | 2 | Moderate | Shoulder |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Nice?
Nice in May is very-high. Tourist crowds are very busy and flight/hotel prices are peak.
What's the average temperature in Nice in May?
Nice May averages a high of 22°C and a low of 12°C.
Does it rain much in Nice in May?
Nice May averages 50mm of rainfall over about 5 rainy days.
What should I wear in Nice in May?
Warm spring. T-shirt + light layers.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Nice in May?
Nice May sunrise is 05:30 and sunset is 20:35, with 15h 5min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Nice in May?
Nice May air quality (AQI) averages 32, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 11μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Nice in May?
In May, Nice is great for Cannes Film Festival, Monaco GP, Promenade.
Is May peak season in Nice?
Nice May crowds are very busy and prices are peak. Advance reservations are strongly recommended.
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Why you can trust weather guide
Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.