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Sea Temperature in Nice in May
Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Mediterranean Sea in Nice in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Nice. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.
Water Temperature Range in Nice in May
14°C
MINIMUN
18.5°C
AVERAGE
23°C
MAXIMUM
Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Nice
Water Temperature Chart for Mediterranean Sea in Nice in May
Sea Temperature Table in Nice in May Over the Past Years
Day | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | Average |
---|---|---|---|---|
May 1 | 15°C | 17°C | 16°C | 16.0°C |
May 2 | 16°C | 16°C | 16°C | 16.0°C |
May 3 | 16°C | 16°C | 16°C | 16.0°C |
May 4 | 15°C | 16°C | 16°C | 15.8°C |
May 5 | 15°C | 16°C | 16°C | 15.8°C |
May 6 | 16°C | 16°C | 16°C | 16.0°C |
May 7 | 15°C | 17°C | 16°C | 16.0°C |
May 8 | 15°C | 17°C | 16°C | 16.3°C |
May 9 | 16°C | 18°C | 16°C | 16.8°C |
May 10 | 16°C | 17°C | 16°C | 16.5°C |
May 11 | 16°C | 18°C | 17°C | 17.0°C |
May 12 | 16°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17.0°C |
May 13 | 16°C | 18°C | 17°C | 17.3°C |
May 14 | 16°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17.0°C |
May 15 | 16°C | 17°C | 17°C | 17.3°C |
May 16 | 16°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17.5°C |
May 17 | 16°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17.8°C |
May 18 | 17°C | 18°C | 19°C | 18.0°C |
May 19 | 16°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17.8°C |
May 20 | 16°C | 18°C | 19°C | 17.8°C |
May 21 | 16°C | 18°C | 18°C | 17.5°C |
May 22 | 16°C | 19°C | 19°C | 18.3°C |
May 23 | 17°C | 20°C | 19°C | 18.5°C |
May 24 | 18°C | 19°C | 19°C | 18.5°C |
May 25 | 17°C | 20°C | 18°C | 18.3°C |
May 26 | 17°C | 20°C | 19°C | 18.5°C |
May 27 | 18°C | 20°C | 19°C | 19.0°C |
May 28 | 17°C | 20°C | 18°C | 18.5°C |
May 29 | 18°C | 20°C | 19°C | 19.3°C |
May 30 | 19°C | 20°C | 18°C | 19.3°C |



Nice Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May
21°C
Average Day Air Temperature
13°C
Average Night Air Temperature
48 mm
Precipitation Amount per Month
6 days
Number of Rainy Days
15 hrs
Daylight
per Day
8 hrs
Sunshine
per Day
12 km/h
Average Wind Speed
75%
Average
humidity
Nice lies within the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur in France. The average daytime temperature in Nice in May is 21°C (70°F), while the nighttime average is 13°C (55°F). There are typically six rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 48 mm (1.9 inches). The daylight duration in May in Nice is 15 hours, with an average of 8 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 12 km/h (7 mph), and the humidity level is around 75%.
The water temperature in Nice in May ranges from 15°C to 19°C (59°F to 66°F). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 16°C (61°F), shifting to 17°C (63°F) by mid-May and reaching 18°C (64°F) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Nice for May is 17°C (63°F). Very comfortable swimming conditions. The water is fresh but not too cold, and the air temperature is pleasant.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Nice
What is the sea temperature in Nice in May?
The water temperature in the Mediterranean Sea in Nice in May ranges from 15°C to 19°C (59°F to 66°F).
Is it possible to swim in the Mediterranean Sea in Nice in May?
The average sea temperature in Nice in May is 17°C (63°F), and the air temperature is 21°C (70°F), so very comfortable swimming conditions. The water is fresh but not too cold, and the air temperature is pleasant.