Are you considering a trip to Nice in April? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +61°F and about 9 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 12 rainy days and 68 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+39°F
Min.
+77°F
Max.
68 mm
Total precipitation
70%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
12 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nice has good weather in April.
Average temperature in Nice in April
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Nice for April based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in April is +64°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +75°F during the day and a minimum of +45°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 24% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +72°F to +64°F.
Is Nice warm or cold in April?
Nice is typically mild in April.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +57°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +48°F to +52°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how April is compared to other months in Nice:
Water temperature in Nice in April
Water in Nice in April is Cold. It varies from +56°F to +61°F, with an average of +59°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +61°F.
In April, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Nice are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +75°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +56°F.
Can you swim in Nice in April?
We would not recommend swimming in Nice in April, the water is very cold (+59°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Nice in April
Nice weather looks like this, on average, in April and the surrounding months.
March
April
May
Avg. temperature
+57°F
+61°F
+68°F
Min. temperature
+27°F
+39°F
+46°F
Max. temperature
+75°F
+77°F
+90°F
Rainfall
54 mm
68 mm
47 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+56°F
+59°F
+65°F
Humidity
66%
70%
72%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
11
9
9
Cloudy days
9
8
10
Rainy days
10
12
10
Snowy days
0
0
0
April weather is still as good as in March.It’s getting warmer as April arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +57°F to +61°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 54 mm to 68 mm.Humidity rises from 66% to 70%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during April, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 11 sunny days in March to 9 in April.
May brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Nice in April based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Nice is gradually decreasing during April, going from 5 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during April in Nice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in April stands at 37%, leading to total precipitation of around 53 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 15 mm, which is considered light rain.April is a pretty wet month with over 11 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how April is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Nice wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 37% chance of precipitation and 108 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 12 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last April in Nice?
This is the weather in Nice in April 2023:
1 April
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+71°F
2 April
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+63°F
3 April
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+66°F
4 April
🌧️
+58°F
5 April
🌧️
+57°F
6 April
☁️
+57°F
7 April
🌧️
+61°F
8 April
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+63°F
9 April
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+65°F
10 April
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+61°F
11 April
☁️
+66°F
12 April
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+67°F
13 April
🌧️
+63°F
14 April
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+68°F
15 April
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+61°F
16 April
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+67°F
17 April
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+64°F
18 April
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+66°F
19 April
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+69°F
20 April
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+63°F
21 April
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+67°F
22 April
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+70°F
23 April
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+64°F
24 April
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+71°F
25 April
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+74°F
26 April
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+67°F
27 April
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+64°F
28 April
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+72°F
29 April
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+64°F
30 April
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+64°F
In April 2023 Nice had 16 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +64°F, with an absolute maximum of +75°F and a minimum of +57°F. The average humidity was 73%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in April?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Nice climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Nice in April has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+61°F) and the highest in 2022 (+71°F). The driest year was 2007 with only 321 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1437 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nice in April:
Is April a good time to visit Nice?
April is a really good time to go to Nice. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Nice.
Can you sunbathe in Nice in April?
April has mild temperatures in Nice. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Nice in April?
Swimming in Nice in April is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Nice rainy in April?
Nice is often rainy in April. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Nice in April?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Nice in April, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Nice, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.