Are you considering a trip to Nice in October? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +68°F and about 10 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 9 rainy days and 105 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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+68°F
Avg. max. temperature
+43°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
105 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
9 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nice has good weather in October.
Average temperature in Nice in October
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Nice for October based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in October is +75°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +84°F during the day and a minimum of +55°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes down 50% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +84°F to +70°F.
Is Nice warm or cold in October?
Nice is typically mild in October.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +75°F to +68°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +66°F to +59°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how October is compared to other months in Nice:
Water temperature in Nice in October
Water in Nice in October is Fresh. It varies from +63°F to +72°F, with an average of +67°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +68°F.
In October, 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 October?
Water temperature (+67°F) in Nice in October might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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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
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Nice in October
Nice weather looks like this, on average, in October and the surrounding months.
September
October
November
Avg. temperature
+75°F
+68°F
+61°F
Min. temperature
+52°F
+43°F
+37°F
Max. temperature
+90°F
+84°F
+75°F
Rainfall
58 mm
105 mm
108 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+72°F
+67°F
+64°F
Humidity
68%
71%
69%
Air pressure
1014 HPa
1015 HPa
1014 HPa
Sunny days
13
10
10
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
7
9
11
Snowy days
0
0
0
October weather is still as good as in September.It’s getting colder in October. From +75°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +68°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 58 mm to 105 mm.Humidity rises from 68% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during October, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 13 sunny days in September to 10 in October.
November brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Nice in October based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 9 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Nice is gradually increasing during October, going from 2 m/s to 7 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during October in Nice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in October stands at 32%, leading to total precipitation of around 131 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 42 mm, which is moderate rain.October is a pretty wet month with over 10 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
October is one of the rainiest months in Nice, here is a comparison with other months, 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 October in Nice?
This is the weather in Nice in October 2023:
1 October
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+83°F
2 October
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+82°F
3 October
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+80°F
4 October
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+77°F
5 October
☀️
+75°F
6 October
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+78°F
7 October
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+80°F
8 October
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+83°F
9 October
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+82°F
10 October
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+75°F
11 October
☁️
+77°F
12 October
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+75°F
13 October
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+78°F
14 October
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+83°F
15 October
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+73°F
16 October
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+71°F
17 October
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+68°F
18 October
🌧️
+68°F
19 October
🌧️
+66°F
20 October
🌧️
+71°F
21 October
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+73°F
22 October
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+70°F
23 October
☁️
+73°F
24 October
🌧️
+70°F
25 October
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+74°F
26 October
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+72°F
27 October
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+73°F
28 October
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+70°F
29 October
🌧️
+70°F
30 October
🌧️
+73°F
31 October
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+70°F
In October 2023 Nice had 19 sunny days, 6 cloudy days, and 6 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +75°F, with an absolute maximum of +84°F and a minimum of +66°F. The average humidity was 80%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 43%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 13 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in October?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Nice climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Nice in October 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 October:
Is October a good time to visit Nice?
October 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 October?
October 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 October?
In general, you can swim in Nice in October, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +67°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Nice rainy in October?
Nice is often rainy in October. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Nice in October?
The amount of sunny days in Nice during October varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
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.