August weather forecast
Nice, France

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A beautiful outline of the Nice City in France with the full panorama of the luxurious French Riviera
A beautiful outline of the Nice City in France with the full panorama of the luxurious French Riviera

Weather in August

August caps off the peak summer in Nice, treating its visitors to plenty of sunshine, high temperatures, and balmy sea waters. Strolls along the iconic Promenade des Anglais or lazy afternoons at the beach remain comfortably warm. Temperature readings range from 20°C (68°F) to 24.8°C (76.6°F) in August. The sea creates a pleasant escape from the heat, maintaining a temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F). Sports enthusiasts also enjoy biking around this French jewel under mostly cloud-free skies.

Temperature

Nice notes the warmest temperatures in August, with a high average of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low of 20°C (68°F).

Humidity

In Nice, the average relative humidity in August is 70%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is August, when the rain falls for 11.5 days and typically collects 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Nice, snow does not fall in April through December.

Sea temperature

The month with the warmest seawater is August, with an average sea temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F).
Note: Taking into account a person's sensitivity to the cold, given sunshine, wind, and air temperature, swimming in 23.7°C (74.7°F) might be pleasant. (FYI: The water temperature set for the Olympic swimming event is between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

The average length of the day in August in Nice, France, is 13h and 56min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 20:54. On the last day of August, in Nice, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 20:08 CEST.

Sunshine

In August, the average sunshine is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Nice are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In August, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests this advice:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Nice?

August tends to be the warmest month in Nice, with temperatures averaging a daily high of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and a low of 20°C (68°F).

What is the usual temperature for Nice in August?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nice, France, during August are 24.8°C (76.6°F) and 20°C (68°F) respectively.

What is the average humidity in August in Nice?

The average relative humidity in August in Nice is 70%.

What is the driest month in Nice?

August is the month with the least rainfall in Nice. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 30mm (1.18") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in August in Nice?

In Nice, in August, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Nice?

April through December are months without snowfall.

What month is the sea warmest in Nice?

August is the month with the warmest seawater in Nice, with an average sea temperature of 23.7°C (74.7°F).

What is the sea temperature in August in Nice?

In August, the average sea temperature in Nice, France, is 23.7°C (74.7°F). Depending on a person's sensitivity to cold, with regards to sunshine, wind, and air temperature, a quick swim in 23.7°C (74.7°F) water may be enjoyable.

How many hours of daylight does Nice have in August?

The average day length in August is 13h and 56min.

When are sunrise and sunset in August in Nice?

In August, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:20 and sunset at 20:54. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:54 and sunset at 20:08 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in August in Nice?

The average sunshine duration in August in Nice is 11.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Nice?

The months with the highest UV index are June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

What is the UV index intensity in August in Nice?

The average daily maximum UV index in August is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in August
Nice, France

Average temperature in August - Nice, France
  • Average high temperature in August: 24.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in August: 20°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.5°C).

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Average pressure in August
Nice, France

Average pressure in August - Nice, France
  • Average pressure in August: 1015.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in August
Nice, France

Average wind speed in August - Nice, France
  • Average wind speed in August: 8.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

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Average humidity in August
Nice, France

Average humidity in August - Nice, France
  • Average humidity in August: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (68%).

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Average rainfall in August
Nice, France

Average rainfall in August - Nice, France
  • Average rainfall in August: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in August
Nice, France

Average rainfall days in August - Nice, France
  • Average rainfall days in August: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in August
Nice, France

Average snowfall in August - Nice, France
  • Average snowfall in August: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in August
Nice, France

Average snowfall days in August - Nice, France
  • Average snowfall days in August: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in August
Nice, France

Average sea temperature in August - Nice, France
  • Average sea temperature in August: 23.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.1°C).

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Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Nice, France

Average daylight in August / Average sunshine in August - Nice, France
  • Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in August: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in August
Nice, France

Average sunshine days in August - Nice, France
  • Average sunshine days in August: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

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Average UV index in August
Nice, France

Average UV index in August - Nice, France
  • Average UV index in August: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in August
Nice, France

Average cloud cover in August - Nice, France
  • Average cloud cover in August: 11

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in August
Nice, France

Average visibility in August - Nice, France
  • Average visibility in August: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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