Weather for Nice in January is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +12°C during the day, and approximately 11 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 10 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in January around 64 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
January is usually the coldest month of the year in Nice;
January is usually the driest month of the year in Nice
Average weather
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+12°C
Avg. max. temperature
-3°C
Min.
+21°C
Max.
64 mm
Total precipitation
65%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nice has good weather in January.
Average temperature in Nice in January
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Nice for January based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in January is +14°C with a maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +3°C.
The average maximum temperature goes down 14% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +16°C to +14°C.
Is Nice warm or cold in January?
Nice is typically mild in January.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +13°C to +12°C. The minimum temperature also goes down from +8°C to +7°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
January is the coldest month in Nice, here is the comparison with other months:
Water temperature in Nice in January
Water in Nice in January is Cold. It varies from +12°C to +15°C, with an average of +13°C.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +12°C.
The water temperature in January is one of the coldest of the entire year:
The warmest water temperatures in Nice are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +24°C. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +13°C.
Can you swim in Nice in January?
We would not recommend swimming in Nice in January, the water is very cold (+13°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Nice in January
Nice weather looks like this, on average, in January and the surrounding months.
December
January
February
Avg. temperature
+13°C
+12°C
+12°C
Min. temperature
+1°C
-3°C
-4°C
Max. temperature
+19°C
+21°C
+23°C
Rainfall
77 mm
64 mm
52 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+15°C
+13°C
+13°C
Humidity
65%
65%
65%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1016 HPa
1015 HPa
Sunny days
11
11
9
Cloudy days
8
8
8
Rainy days
11
10
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
January weather is still as good as in December.It’s getting colder in January. From +13°C in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +12°C.As January arrives, the amount of rainfall goes down. On average, the rainfall volume decreases from 77 mm to 64 mm.Humidity levels don’t change as the month goes on, averaging around 65%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during January, staying around 4 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 11 sunny days during the month.
February brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Nice in January based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 10 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Nice is gradually increasing during January, going from 3 m/s to 5 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during January in Nice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in January is about 53 mm, with a 23% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 39 mm, which is moderate rain.On average, there are about 7 rainy days during January, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
Here’s how January is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Nice wettest month is November, where a typical day has a 37% chance of precipitation and 108 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 13% chance of precipitation and 12 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last January in Nice?
This is the weather in Nice in January 2023:
1 January
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+16°C
2 January
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+16°C
3 January
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+16°C
4 January
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+16°C
5 January
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+16°C
6 January
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+15°C
7 January
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+15°C
8 January
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+12°C
9 January
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+17°C
10 January
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+16°C
11 January
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+15°C
12 January
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+16°C
13 January
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+14°C
14 January
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+15°C
15 January
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+14°C
16 January
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+12°C
17 January
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+13°C
18 January
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+13°C
19 January
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+11°C
20 January
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+11°C
21 January
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+11°C
22 January
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+11°C
23 January
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+9°C
24 January
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+14°C
25 January
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+14°C
26 January
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+12°C
27 January
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+11°C
28 January
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+11°C
29 January
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+12°C
30 January
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+12°C
31 January
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+14°C
In January 2023 Nice had 20 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 2 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +14°C, with an absolute maximum of +17°C and a minimum of +9°C. The average humidity was 64%, with a maximum of 92% and a minimum of 25%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in January?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Nice climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Nice in January has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1980 (+16°C) and the highest in 2022 (+21°C). The driest year was 2007 with only 321 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1437 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Nice in January:
Is January a good time to visit Nice?
January is a really good time to go to Nice. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Nice.
Can you sunbathe in Nice in January?
January has mild temperatures in Nice. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Nice in January?
Swimming in Nice in January is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Nice rainy in January?
Nice is often rainy in January. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Nice in January?
The amount of sunny days in Nice during January varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Nice, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.