October · France
Best time to visit Nice in October Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Nice in October
Average temperature 20°C, 88 mm of rain, about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 82% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
October score
5.0/10
Ranked #7 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 20°C
- Rainfall
- 88 mm
- Humidity
- 82%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 6
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
October in Nice scores 5.0/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #7 of 12. Expect around 20°C, 88 mm of rain, and roughly 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Nice's pebbled Promenade and Old Town charm shine brightest in sunny June through September.
October in Nice — workable with trade-offs
October averages 20°C (68°F) — warm enough for beach and boat plans, still short of the heat that pushes sightseeing into early morning.
Rainfall runs 88 mm, so plan one flexible day in three; you still get about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 10.8 hours of daylight.
It scores 5/10 here, 7th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, swimwear and real sun protection, a packable rain layer.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? July scores 4.8 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Nice in October?
- In October, Nice averages 20°C, 88 mm of rain, and about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is October a good time to visit Nice?
- October earns a 5.0/10 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 October?
- Expect about 88 mm of rain in October. Average humidity is 82% and there are about 6 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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