The best time of year to visit to Nice (French Riviera)

If you’ve spent any time at all reading this blog or are lucky enough to know me personally, you’d know how much I absolutely adore the Côte d’Azur of France, and more specifically, the city of Nice.

Nice is the seventh most-populated city in France and a very popular tourist destination. Though most travelers choose to visit Nice in the summer, when there is sunshine and warm weather, Nice can be visited at any time of the year!

Here are a few reasons to visit during each part of the year.

When should I visit Nice?

The French Riviera has a mild climate with mostly dry and warm summers. In general, the best time to visit Nice in the French Riviera will truly depend on you and what kind of trip you’re looking for!

For example: Visiting during the summer months can provide great weather and lots of sun, but will be very crowded. However, If you would like to avoid crowds, it’s best to travel at different times of year when Nice is less populated.

When is the best time to go to Nice?

The best times to visit Nice in the French Riviera vary from year to year, but typically April through June and September through October are considered excellent times of year for visiting this area on the Côte d’Azur. These months often feature warm days with some nice beach weather during July and August.

Best time of the year to go to Nice France

This city offers tons of things to do no matter what the season! Nice is a beautiful Mediterranean city with lots to see and do any time of year.

Visiting Nice in Winter

Winter is considered the “off-season” in Nice. However, there are still plenty of things to do during wintertime in this French resort city. The Promenade des Anglais is often closed in Winter due to dangerous high winds, but museums and other attractions remain open year-round.

The winter months in Nice can be fairly cold but do provide some good opportunities for visitors to see Nice with fewer tourists than during other parts of the year. Tourists will find that many of Nice’s museums are closed during the winter and Christmas celebrations can be quite charming.

Visiting Nice in Fall

The best time of year to visit Nice on a budget is September through October. This time period sees the mild weather, with sunny skies, fewer tourists than during other months, and great deals on hotel rooms.

If you want to avoid crowds during your time in Nice, visiting from November through March is a good choice. The weather tends to be rather mild at this time of year and some attractions such as the Musée Marc Chagall close for about two months due to lack of visitors.

Visiting Nice in the Spring

Spring is a great time to visit Nice, as many hotels and restaurants offer discounts during this season. The mild weather makes it easy to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking along the Promenade des Anglais or picnicking at the Parc Phoenix.

It’s also a good time of year to visit the Matisse Museum and the Musée National Marc Chagall, as these museums are both closed during winter.

During this time of year it’s warm enough to swim at the beach without shivering, but not so hot that you are uncomfortable walking around the city.

There are still some crowds in May, but it’s not nearly as busy as July and August.

Visiting Nice in the summer

The warmest time of year in Nice is July and August, when temperatures can climb above 100 degrees Fahrenheit. This is also the peak tourist season for visitors to the French Riviera. However, many shops and businesses remain open during this time, making it easy for tourists to enjoy all that Nice has to offer during the summer months.

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Typically, there are more activities to do in the summer, as lots of businesses close in the Fall and Winter months due to low tourist traffic. However, it can be very hard to find a hotel room during these months, as Nice is one of the most popular travel destinations in the world.

There are also some cultural festivals that take place during the summer months including Les Suds à la Mer and La Foire d’Art Contemporain.

No matter what time of year you choose to visit, you will be able to enjoy activities such as swimming, shopping, dining and more in Nice. Make sure to bring your sunscreen 😎