What April feels like in Nice
For Nice, April is the heart of spring. Days are on the cool side, the kind of weather that suits brisk sightseeing. The gap between afternoon and night is small, so nights are cool and the temperature hardly changes after dark. Damp air makes the cold feel rawer than the numbers alone suggest.
Rain in Nice in April
Showers are a regular feature, arriving about one day in 3. Wet days average about 8.5 mm (0.3 in), enough to soak you without an umbrella. The yearly figure is similar, around 9.1 mm per wet day.
Daylight and sunshine in April
Mid-month, Nice gets 13 h 23 min of daylight, from sunrise near 6:50 am to sunset near 8:13 pm. Since mid-March the day has gained 1 h 32 min. About 83% of daylight hours are sunny; in short, skies are mostly clear.
How April compares to the rest of the year
Ranked by average high, April comes out as the 6th coolest month in Nice. Afternoons run 2.7°C (4.9°F) warmer than in March, with 6 mm less rain. May continues the upward trend. The next month's average high: 20.8°C (69.4°F).
Who April suits
- Sightseeing: a good fit — comfortable enough to explore on foot all day.
- Parks & outdoor: a good fit — good conditions for sitting outside.
- Beach: less ideal — the sea air is too cool.
- Hiking: less ideal — trails are cool.
Tips for visiting Nice in April
Rain Protection
Keep a small umbrella in your bag and wear shoes that cope with puddles.
Light Jacket
Bring a sweater or light coat for cool afternoons.
Sunglasses
Frequent sunshine — sunglasses and a light hat.
Quick questions
How warm is Nice in April?
Afternoons average 17.5°C (63.5°F) and nights about 10.1°C (50.2°F) — cool by most people's standards. It is the 6th coolest month of the year.
Does it rain a lot in Nice in April?
Yes, fairly — rain falls about one day in 3 and totals about 76 mm, so an umbrella is worth carrying.
What should I wear in Nice in April?
The numbers point to rain protection, a light jacket and sunglasses. There is little need to change for the evening.
Is April or May better for visiting Nice?
May scores better on our climate ranking (#6 of 12 vs #10), rated Great against Good. May is warmer and has more rainy days.