Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Nice, France, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 16°C (61°F). Highs can soar to 24°C (75°F), while lows may dip to 8°C (47°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nice throughout May hovers around 74%.
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In May, Nice averages 80 mm (3.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 15 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 14 hours 43 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 13 hours 5 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 47% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Nice reaches a maximum of 8, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 1 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||