Climate guide for Nice, France

Nice in February

Weather, crowds & best time to visit

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February · France

Best time to visit Nice in February Weather, crowds & prices

Weather in Nice in February

Average temperature 12°C, 56 mm of rain, about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 75% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).

February score

3.2/10

Ranked #11 of 12 months

Full year for Nice
Avg temp
12°C
Rainfall
56 mm
Humidity
75%
Days with 6h+ sun
4
Crowd Density
Quiet / Uncrowded
Average Expenses
$ · Budget Friendly ($)

February in Nice scores 3.2/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 12°C, 56 mm of rain, and roughly 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.

Nice's pebbled Promenade and Old Town charm shine brightest in sunny June through September.

February in Nice — off-season conditions

February averages 12°C (54°F), the range most people find easiest for walking a city all day without either overheating or losing daylight to weather.

Rainfall runs 56 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.2 hours of daylight.

It scores 3.2/10 here, 11th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.

Pack layers you can shed by midday plus one warm layer for the evening, a packable rain layer.

Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.

Flexible dates? July scores 6.6 points higher here — enough to change the trip.

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Frequently asked

What is the weather like in Nice in February?
In February, Nice averages 12°C, 56 mm of rain, and about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.2/10.
Is February a good time to visit Nice?
February earns a 3.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
How much does it rain in Nice in February?
Expect about 56 mm of rain in February. Average humidity is 75% and there are about 4 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.

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