What to expect in Nice in July
July is a mixed month in Nice. You get 27° / 19°, but the biggest crowds of the year. Worth it for the right traveller.
Nice weather in July
Typical conditions in Nice during July, based on long-run climate normals rather than any single year. Treat it as a planning guide, not a forecast.
| Average high | 27°C 81°F |
|---|---|
| Average low | 19°C 66°F |
| Rainfall | Dry 15/100 |
| Total rainfall | 15 mm0.6 in |
| Rainy days | 2 |
| Sea temperature | 24°C 75°F |
| Daylight | 15 h 7 min |
| How it feels | Warm and comfortable |
Average highs sit around 27°C with lows near 19°C. It is one of the drier months — pack light.
Crowds & demand
Crowd levels are High for Nice — the biggest crowds of the year.
Prices & value
This month counts as high season: premium prices.
What to pack
Light layers for 27°C days and something with sleeves for evenings, which cool to around 19°C. Rain gear is largely optional this month, which keeps your bag light.
What it costs
This is peak pricing for Nice. Expect to pay a premium on flights and accommodation, and to book considerably further ahead than usual. Compared with the most expensive month of the year, you are looking at roughly 3% less.
Who this month suits
- Visitors who want to catch a festival
- Families tied to school holidays
Events & what’s on
Look out for Nice Jazz Festival while you’re there.
- Nice Jazz Festival — International jazz and soul acts perform in the Roman arena and gardens of Cimiez each July.
Nice in July compared with nearby months
If your dates are flexible by a few weeks, this is what shifting them actually buys you.
| Month | Temp | Crowds | Price | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May | 20° / 12° | Moderate | $$ | 59 |
| June | 24° / 16° | High | $$ | 58 |
| July · This month | 27° / 19° | High | $$$ | 46 |
| August | 28° / 20° | High | $$$ | 42 |
| September | 25° / 17° | Moderate | $$ | 60 |
These months score higher for Nice on the same blend of weather, crowds and price. Same destination, better odds.
Or go somewhere else in July
If the destination is negotiable but the month is not, these places are at their best in July.
Figures are climate normals and modelled estimates — a planning guide, not a forecast. We separate fact, estimate and recommendation. Updated October 2026
