December weather forecastNice, France

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December

Weather in December

December announces the arrival of winter in Nice. Yet, temperatures stay mildly cold compared to other regions in Europe, making it an appealing wintertime getaway. For this final month of the year, temperatures drop to between 7.1°C (44.8°F) and 10.5°C (50.9°F). The winter sea reflects a chilly 14.9°C (58.8°F), prompting most to prefer a warm coffee in Nice's charming cafés over a swim. Despite the cold, the sun still shines for about 6.6 hours a day, maintaining a cheery vibe around the holiday season.

Temperature

December in Nice sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a mild 13.7°C (56.7°F) in November to a cool 10.5°C (50.9°F). A minimal decline in temperature from daytime highs is anticipated throughout the December nights, averaging a frosty 7.1°C (44.8°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in Nice.

Rainfall

In Nice, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 58mm (2.28") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Nice, France, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 639mm (25.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Sea temperature

In December, the average sea temperature is 14.9°C (58.8°F).
Note: In 14.9°C (58.8°F), cold shock and rapid breathing can occur when swimming at temperatures below 10°C (50°F).

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:03 CET.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 6.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nice are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Updated: Jan 24, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in December, in Nice, is 10.5°C (50.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 7.1°C (44.8°F).

The months with the lowest humidity in Nice are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

In Nice, France, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

In December, the rain falls for 9.6 days. Throughout December, 58mm (2.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

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

In Nice, in December, it doesn't snow. In January, it regularly snows.

In December, the average sea temperature in Nice is 14.9°C (58.8°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

The month with the shortest days in Nice, France, is December, with an average of 9h and 0min of daylight.

In Nice, the average day length in December is 8h and 59min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 07:45 and sunset at 16:55. On the last day of the month, in Nice, France, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:03 CET.

In Nice, France, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.6h.

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index in Nice.

In Nice, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

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December

Jan

Average high temperature

13.7°C

10.5°C

9.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

14.5km/h

13.4km/h

13.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

0.2

0.1

Average sea temperature

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.3

18.6

16.9

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Nice, France

Average high temperature in December: 10.5°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 December: 7.1°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).

Average pressure in December
Nice, France

Average pressure in December: 1018.4mbar

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

Average wind speed in December
Nice, France

Average wind speed in December: 12.1km/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).

Average humidity in December
Nice, France

Average humidity in December: 68%

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

Average rainfall in December
Nice, France

Average rainfall in December: 58mm

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

Average rainfall days in December
Nice, France

Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 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).

Average snowfall in December
Nice, France

Average snowfall in December: 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).

Average snowfall days in December
Nice, France

Average snowfall days in December: 0.2 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).

Average sea temperature in December
Nice, France

Average sea temperature in December: 14.9°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).

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

Average daylight in December: 9h and 0min

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 December: 6h and 36min

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).

Average sunshine days in December
Nice, France

Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

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

Average UV index in December
Nice, France

Average UV index in December: 3

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).

Average cloud cover in December
Nice, France

Average cloud cover in December: 25

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).

Average visibility in December
Nice, France

Average visibility in December: 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).