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Nice in March: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Nice in March and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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March

Weather in Nice in March 2025

Good Weather
Mild
☀️
Sunny
🌊
Cold water
Weather for Nice in March is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +14°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 March around 54 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.

Average weather

☀️
+14°C
Avg. max. temperature
-3°C
Min.
+24°C
Max.
54 mm
Total precipitation
66%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
11 ☀️
Sunny Days
9 ⛅️
Cloudy
10 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Nice has good weather in March.

Average temperature in Nice in March

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Nice for March based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in March is +17°C with a maximum of +23°C and a minimum of +6°C.

The average maximum temperature goes up 65% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +12°C to +23°C.

Is Nice warm or cold in March?

Nice is typically mild in March.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +12°C to +14°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +7°C to +9°C.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how March is compared to other months in Nice:

Water temperature in Nice in March

Water in Nice in March is Cold. It varies from +13°C to +14°C, with an average of +13°C. This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +14°C.

The water temperature in March 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 March?

We would not recommend swimming in Nice in March, the water is very cold (+13°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +16°C
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
16°C - 21°C
🏊
Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
👙
Warm
25°C - 28°C
🔥
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 March

Nice weather looks like this, on average, in March and the surrounding months.
FebruaryMarchApril
Avg. temperature
+12°C+14°C+16°C
Min. temperature
-4°C-3°C+4°C
Max. temperature
+23°C+24°C+25°C
Rainfall
52 mm54 mm68 mm
Wind
3 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+13°C+13°C+15°C
Humidity
65%66%70%
Air pressure
1015 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
9119
Cloudy days
898
Rainy days
91012
Snowy days
000

March weather is still as good as in February. It’s getting warmer as March arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +12°C to +14°C during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 52 mm to 54 mm. Humidity rises from 65% to 66%. The average wind speed doesn’t change much during March, staying around 3 m/s. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in March, from 9 to 11.

April brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Nice in March based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 4 m/s getting up to 6 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 decreasing during March, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during March in Nice based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in March is about 13 mm, with a 13% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 5 mm, which is considered light rain. Nice is amazing in March with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how March 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 March in Nice?

This is the weather in Nice in March 2023:
1 March
☁️
+12°C
2 March
☀️
+15°C
3 March
☀️
+15°C
4 March
☀️
+16°C
5 March
☀️
+15°C
6 March
☀️
+15°C
7 March
☀️
+15°C
8 March
☀️
+16°C
9 March
☀️
+18°C
10 March
☁️
+20°C
11 March
☀️
+21°C
12 March
☀️
+22°C
13 March
☁️
+17°C
14 March
☀️
+20°C
15 March
☀️
+17°C
16 March
☀️
+16°C
17 March
☀️
+16°C
18 March
☁️
+17°C
19 March
☁️
+16°C
20 March
☀️
+17°C
21 March
☀️
+16°C
22 March
☀️
+17°C
23 March
☁️
+16°C
24 March
☁️
+17°C
25 March
☀️
+19°C
26 March
☀️
+21°C
27 March
☀️
+21°C
28 March
☀️
+16°C
29 March
☀️
+17°C
30 March
☁️
+18°C
31 March
☁️
+23°C
In March 2023 Nice had 22 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +17°C, with an absolute maximum of +23°C and a minimum of +12°C. The average humidity was 69%, with a maximum of 98% and a minimum of 29%. The average wind speed was 4 m/s, with a maximum of 15 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change over Years

This is how Nice climate have been changing during last 43 years period.

The climate in Nice in March 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 March:

Is March a good time to visit Nice?

March 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 March?

March 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 March?

Swimming in Nice in March is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Nice rainy in March?

Nice is often rainy in March. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.

Is it sunny in Nice in March?

The amount of sunny days in Nice during March varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in France

Check out the weather for other cities in France.

Monthly weather in Nice

Source of the data

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.