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Visiting Nice, France in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. December has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 3.8 hours of sunshine per day. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Nice.

December has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). December is too cold for swimming in Nice for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit. The sea temperature in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Consider visiting Nice in the months of June, July, August, September, for the best beach weather. Also consider one of our other suggestions for December.

Can you sunbathe in Nice in December?

No, December is not a good time for sunbathing in Nice.

December has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 3.8 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days.

More about December temperature and sunshine.

Can you swim in Nice in December?

No, December is too cold for swimming in Nice for any length of time, with the sea water at 14°C (57°F), unless you have a wetsuit.

More about December sea temperatures.

Is December a good time to holiday in Nice?

No, December is not a good time for a holiday in Nice.

December has average maximum temperatures of 14°C (57°F) which is too cold for sunbathing. The sunshine percentage is 43% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 3.8 hours of sunshine per day. December has total rainfall of 1.2cm (0.5inches) making it predominantly dry with occasional light showers on very few days. There are just 9 days with some rainfall so you can still enjoy the beach on the majority of rain free clear days. It is not a good time for sunbathing in Nice. Sea temperatures are a cold 14°C (57°F). December is too cold for swimming in Nice for any length of time, unless you have a wetsuit.

More about the December temperatures and sunshine.

Is Nice warm in December?

No, Nice is too cold for sunbathing in December.

The average maximum temperature in Nice in December is 14°C (57°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Nice in December is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 13°C (56°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

More info about the December temperatures and sunshine.

How sunny is Nice in December?

The average day light hours per day in Nice in December are 8.9. The sunshine percentage is 43% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 3.8 hours of sunshine per day.

More about December sunshine.

Temperature in Nice in December

The weather in December is cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January. The average maximum temperature in Nice in December is 14°C (57°F). The average maximum temperature is 17°C (63°F) in the previous month and 13°C (55°F) in the next month.

The average temperature in Nice in December is 10°C (50°F). The average temperature is 13°C (56°F) in the previous month and 9°C (48°F) in the next month.

The average minimum temperature in Nice in December is 6°C (44°F). The minimum temperature is 10°C (50°F) in the previous month and 6°C (42°F) in the next month.

Sunshine in Nice in December

The days in December are slightly shorter than the previous month. December has slightly less hours of sunshine than the previous month. During December the average day light hours are 8.9 per day in Nice. The sunshine percentage is 43% making it quite sunny but with regular periods of cloudy and overcast skies. There are 3.8 hours of sunshine per day.

The ultraviolet index in Nice in December is typically 1.2 during December. An ultraviolet index reading of 0 to 2 indicates low danger from the sun's UV rays for the average person. Most people will be able to spend several hours in the sun with out a problem, however unprotected skin risks burning in less than 1 hour. Wear sunglasses on bright days. Only those that burn easily will need to apply sunscreen. Watch out for relections from water that may increase ultraviolet exposure.

Sea Temperature in Nice in December

The average sea water temperature in Nice in December is 13.9°C (57.0°F) which is cold for swimming, a full wet suit is required to spend any length of time in the sea. The sea temperature in December is marginally cooler than the previous month and temperatures continue to drop slightly into January.

Rainfall in Nice in December

December weather is slightly drier than the previous month. December has a couple of less days of rain than the previous month and rainy days continue to drop slightly into January. The average total rainfall in Nice in December is 1.2cm (0.5inches) and on average there are 9 rainy days in December making it a quite rainy time to visit the beach.

Humidity in Nice in December

The maximum dew point (an indicator of humidity) in Nice in December is 6°C (43°F) which is a bit dry for some. The dew point is 10°C (51°F) in the previous month and 6°C (6°F) in the next month.

The average maximum relative humidity in Nice in December is typically 77.3%. The maximum relative humidity is 82.6% in the previous month and 81.4% in the next month.

The average relative humidity in Nice in December is typically 61.7%. The average relative humidity is 67.2% in the previous month and 66.3% in the next month.

Wind Speed in Nice in December

The average maximum wind speed in Nice in December is typically 29KM/H (18MPH). The average maximum wind speed is 29KM/H (18MPH) in the previous month and 27KM/H (17MPH) in the next month.

The average wind speed in Nice in December is typically 18KM/H (11MPH). The average wind speed is 17KM/H (10MPH) in the previous month and 16KM/H (10MPH) in the next month.

The average wind direction in Nice in December is from the North-Northwest.

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