January weather forecast
Nice, France

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A beautiful outline of the Nice City in France with the full panorama of the luxurious French Riviera
A beautiful outline of the Nice City in France with the full panorama of the luxurious French Riviera

Weather in January

Nice, France greets the New Year with chilly, yet temperate, climatic conditions, facilitating tourists to enjoy its charm bereft of the typical summer crowd. The weather manifests a blend of moderate temperatures and humidity. This month's temperatures fluctuate between 5.8°C (42.4°F) and 9.4°C (48.9°F). Wind speeds reach 12.9km/h (8mph), making the sea a bit choppy for water sports. A dip in the sea proves slightly cold given the 13.5°C (56.3°F) sea temperature.

Temperature

In Nice, the coldest period comes during January and February, when the average high-temperature touches 9.4°C (48.9°F).

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%, are the least humid months in Nice.

Rainfall

In January, in Nice, France, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated. In Nice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 639mm (25.16") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March are months with snowfall in Nice. January is the first month it typically snows in Nice. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Nice, France, during the entire year, snow falls for 1.6 days and aggregates up to 13mm (0.51") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Nice, in January, the average water temperature is 13.5°C (56.3°F).
Note: Entering waters of 13.5°C (56.3°F) is life-endangering. A mere moment in 13°C (55.4°F) waters feels piercing cold, and below 10°C (50°F) it can lead to immediate cold shock and cessation of breathing control, depending on body resilience.

Daylight

In January, the average length of the day is 9h and 22min.
On the first day of January in Nice, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:39 CET.

Sunshine

January has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Nice are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 during January translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest time of year in Nice?

During January and February, Nice registers its lowest temperatures, averaging a high of 9.4°C (48.9°F).

What is the temperature in January in Nice?

In January, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nice, France, are 9.4°C (48.9°F) and 5.8°C (42.4°F) respectively.

What are the least humid months in Nice?

The months with the lowest humidity in Nice, France, are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 68%.

What is the average humidity in January in Nice?

In January, the average relative humidity in Nice, France, is 68%.

How many days does it rain in January in Nice?

In January, in Nice, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout January, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it start to snow in Nice?

January is the first month it typically snows. Throughout January, in the average 0.1 snowfall days, it receives 3mm (0.12") of snow.

How cold is the water in January in Nice?

In January, the average sea temperature in Nice, France, is 13.5°C (56.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Nice have in January?

In January, the average day length in Nice, France, is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in January in Nice?

On the first day of January in Nice, sunrise is at 08:04 and sunset at 17:04. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 07:49 and sunset at 17:39 CET.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Nice?

The month with the least sunshine in Nice is January, with an average of 6.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in January in Nice?

The average sunshine duration in January in Nice is 6.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Nice?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in January in Nice?

The average daily maximum UV index in January is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in January
Nice, France

Average temperature in January - Nice, France
  • Average high temperature in January: 9.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (24.8°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (9.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in January: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (20°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.5°C).

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Average pressure in January
Nice, France

Average pressure in January - Nice, France
  • Average pressure in January: 1016.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is December (1018.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is April (1013.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in January
Nice, France

Average wind speed in January - Nice, France
  • Average wind speed in January: 12.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (13.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5km/h).

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Average humidity in January
Nice, France

Average humidity in January - Nice, France
  • Average humidity in January: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January and December (68%).

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Average rainfall in January
Nice, France

Average rainfall in January - Nice, France
  • Average rainfall in January: 33mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (125mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (30mm).

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Average rainfall days in January
Nice, France

Average rainfall days in January - Nice, France
  • Average rainfall days in January: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in January
Nice, France

Average snowfall in January - Nice, France
  • Average snowfall in January: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (9mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in January
Nice, France

Average snowfall days in January - Nice, France
  • Average snowfall days in January: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in January
Nice, France

Average sea temperature in January - Nice, France
  • Average sea temperature in January: 13.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (23.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (13.1°C).

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Average daylight in January /
Average sunshine in January
Nice, France

Average daylight in January / Average sunshine in January - Nice, France
  • Average daylight in January: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in January: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in January
Nice, France

Average sunshine days in January - Nice, France
  • Average sunshine days in January: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9 days).

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Average UV index in January
Nice, France

Average UV index in January - Nice, France
  • Average UV index in January: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in January
Nice, France

Average cloud cover in January - Nice, France
  • Average cloud cover in January: 28

The months with the most cloud cover are February and November (Cloud cover 29).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 11).

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Average visibility in January
Nice, France

Average visibility in January - Nice, France
  • Average visibility in January: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).

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