Cyprus is fortunate to have one of the most agreeable climates in Europe , with 11 out of 12 months a year enjoying brilliant sunshine.
Very cool, cotton clothes are recommended for the hot summer months. Jackets and light sweaters may be required for the evenings during May and June, September and October, and warm clothes are worn during the winter months.
Do not forget your sunglasses while in Cyprus . They are indispensable due to the intense brightness of the sunshine.
Cyprus enjoys world-wide fame for its mild climate and ranks among the climatically healthiest regions of the world. The island offers ideal conditions for many activities like, hiking & walking, biking & cycling, horse riding, swimming, water sports, sunbathing etc.
Between May and September precipitation is a rarity. July and August are the hottest months in the year.
Cyprus climatic table
|
MONTH |
Jan |
Feb |
Mar |
Apr |
May |
Jun |
Jul |
Aug |
Sep |
Oct |
Nov |
Dec |
|
Daytime temperature °C |
15 |
15 |
19 |
24 |
29 |
34 |
37 |
37 |
33 |
28 |
22 |
17 |
|
Night temperature °C |
5 |
5 |
7 |
10 |
14 |
18 |
21 |
21 |
18 |
14 |
11 |
7 |
|
Sun hours |
5 |
6 |
7 |
9 |
11 |
13 |
13 |
12 |
11 |
9 |
7 |
5 |
|
Rain days |
11 |
10 |
7 |
4 |
3 |
1 |
0 |
0 |
1 |
3 |
5 |
9 |
|
Water temperature °C |
16 |
16 |
17 |
20 |
22 |
24 |
26 |
28 |
26 |
24 |
21 |
19 |
The data on climatic bark Cyprus indicate average values.
Cyprus water temperature
The swimming season practically starts from April and does not end until November. The water temperature reaches values of approx. 28°C in summer and 16°C in winter.
Cyprus air temperature
Climatically Cyprus belongs to the warmest areas of the Mediterranean area. July and August are the hottest months with maximum daytime temperatures of over 35°C. The night temperatures are pleasant around the 21°C. The weather in the winter is mild with temperatures of approx. 15°C in the coldest months January and February (see climatic bark).
Snow falls in the Troodos Mountains from mid-December through to the end of March. In Cyprus, snow-skiing can be enjoyed in the Troodos Mountains. Mount Olympus (altitude 1953m ) has a cap of snow on it from the beginning of January to the end of March.
