October weather forecastNice, France

October
Weather in October
October witnesses a significant transformation in weather, unfolding the autumn's charm with falling temperatures and receding crowds. The landscape transforms into hues of red and gold, making the cityscape even more picturesque. The temperatures this month fall in the spectrum from 14.1°C (57.4°F) to 18°C (64.4°F). The sea temperature also drops to 19.7°C (67.5°F) while, the wind speed hikes up to 11.3km/h (7mph) making it cooler. Remember to pack a light jacket for the evenings.Temperature
October in Nice brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F) in September to a comfortable 18°C (64.4°F). In Nice, the nocturnal temperatures throughout October show a marginal dip from the daytime averages, settling at a mild 14.1°C (57.4°F).Humidity
In October, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In Nice, in October, during 10.4 rainfall days, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Nice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 639mm (25.16") of precipitation.Snowfall
April through December are months without snowfall in Nice, France.Sea temperature
In Nice, in October, the average water temperature is 19.7°C (67.5°F).Note: Swimming in 19.7°C (67.5°F) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 21°C (69.8°F).
Daylight
In October, the average length of the day is 11h and 1min.On the first day of October in Nice, sunrise is at 07:29 and sunset at 19:11 CEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:06 and sunset at 17:22 CET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 03:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from CEST to CET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 02:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from CET to CEST.
Sunshine
In Nice, the average sunshine in October is 7.4h.UV index
In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index, 4 during October, leads to the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Average temperature in October
Nice, France
- Average high temperature in October: 18°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 October: 14.1°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 October
Nice, France
- Average pressure in October: 1016.2mbar
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 October
Nice, France
- Average wind speed in October: 11.3km/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 October
Nice, France
- Average humidity in October: 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%).
Average rainfall in October
Nice, France
- Average rainfall in October: 69mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (30mm).
Average rainfall days in October
Nice, France
- Average rainfall days in October: 10.4 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 October
Nice, France
- Average snowfall in October: 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 October
Nice, France
- Average snowfall days in October: 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).
Average sea temperature in October
Nice, France
- Average sea temperature in October: 19.7°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).
Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Nice, France
- Average daylight in October: 11h 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 October: 7h and 24min
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 October
Nice, France
- Average sunshine days in October: 17.6 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 October
Nice, France
- Average UV index in October: 4
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 October
Nice, France
- Average cloud cover in October: 23
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 October
Nice, France
- Average visibility in October: 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).





