There are 300 to 340 sunny days per year in Cyprus. Whole climate of the island is considered as useful for health. Partly because of such climatic condition average life expectancy in Cyprus is 10 years longer than in the rest of Europe.

The hot and humid summers in Cyprus actually last from May to October. Average air temperature is 27 °C (81 °F) and water is only couple of degrees colder. Occasionally there are leaps of temperature to 35-37 °C (95-99 °F). But the heat in Cyprus is smoothed out by the fresh breeze, despite the high humidity.

Winter on the island is mild and humid. Rains last from October to April. Best months to visit Cyprus are May, first half of June and September – October. At that tome weather is warm and sunny and sea has extremely pleasant temperature.

Seasons

Contents:

• Spring
• Summer
• Autumn
• Winter

Spring in Cyprus

Actual spring comes to Cyprus at January with blossom of first orchids. March brings gradual warming raising temperature to 19 °C (66 °F). Early spring is great time to visit Cyprus regarding that it is still to cold for seaside activities. But all sorts of sightseeing and all wonders of subtropical nature will be at your disposal.

Weather at April is quite similar to summer. Temperature is somewhere in range of 25 °C (77 °F). Sea is still rather cold for swimming but sunbathing and excursions are great. At May actual beach season begins. Especially at second half of the month when air warms up to 26-28 °C (79-82 °F).

Climate of the Spring Months

March Max average t°: +19 °C (66 °F) Min average t°: +7 °C (44 °F) Water t°: +17 °C (63 °F) Sundial in the day: 9.5 hours Rainy days: 2 days Precipitation: 25 mm (1.0")

April Max average t°: +23 °C (74 °F) Min average t°: +9.5 °C (49 °F) Water t°: +18.5 °C (65 °F) Sundial in the day: 11 hours Rainy days: 3 days Precipitation: 33 mm (1.3")

May Max average t°: +29 °C (84 °F) Min average t°: +14 °C (57 °F) Water t°: +21 °C (70 °F) Sundial in the day: 12.5 hours Rainy days: 4 days Precipitation: 37 mm (1.5")

(Nicosia)

Spring Holidays

March 25 – National Day of Greece in Cyprus (Day of the anti-Turkish uprising of 1821).

April 1 – Cyprus National Day.

May 1 – Labor Day.
May 6 - Anfistory in Cyprus.
Easter celebrations with variable dates.

Summer in Cyprus

Hot and humid summer in Cyprus lasts up to middle of October. Jun is just warm (about 30 °C; 86 °F) but July may bring heat with temperatures up to 40 °C (104 °F). August have same weather or slightly hotter.

However sunlight on Cyprus is very intensive so it is easy to get scorched. So some sunscreen creams are necessary. Once heat becomes weary you may head to Troodos mountains. It is always cooler there. On tops of highest peaks there are year-round ice caps. Among coastal regions Pathos is considered as coolest one. This concerns temperature of water too.

Climate of the Summer Months

June Max average t°: +33 °C (91 °F) Min average t°: +18 °C (64 °F) Water t°: +24.5 °C (76 °F) Sundial in the day: 13.5 hours Rainy days: 0 days Precipitation: 8 mm (0.3")

July Max average t°: +36 °C (97 °F) Min average t°: +20 °C (68 °F) Water t°: +28 °C (82 °F) Sundial in the day: 14 hours Rainy days: 0 days Precipitation: 0.9 mm (0.03")

August Max average t°: +36 °C (97 °F) Min average t°: +20 °C (68 °F) Water t°: +29 °C (84 °F) Sundial in the day: 13 hours Rainy days: 0 days Precipitation: 2.4 mm (0.09")

(Nicosia)

Summer Holidays

Variable date between August and September – Wine Festival in Limassol.

Last decade of June – International Festival of Arts in Protaras.

August 15 – Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Variable date – Festival of Dramatic Art in Limassol.

Autumn in Cyprus

Autumn in Cyprus is blessed time of the Velvet Season. September and most of October have warm weather. Temperature stays between 25 and 30 °C (77-86 °F). Sea is still warm enough with about 24 °C (75 °F) at September. But at October water cools down to 20 °C (68 °C).

Autumn is great time to spectate seasonal changes of nature of the island. Also weather conditions are perfect for sightseeing. On rather small territory of state located numerous sights of historical heritage. And travelling between them won’t take much time. At November weather spoils and most of tourists leave country. But rather pleasant walks are still at disposal of those who decided to stay or visit Cyprus.

Climate of the Autumn Months

September Max average t°: +33 °C (91 °F) Min average t°: +17.5 °C (64 °F) Water t°: +28 °C (82 °F) Sundial in the day: 11.5 hours Rainy days: 1 day Precipitation: 13 mm (0.5")

October Max average t°: +28 °C (82°F) Min average t°: +14 °C (57 °F) Water t°: +25.5 °C (78 °F) Sundial in the day: 10 hours Rainy days: 3 days Precipitation: 33 mm (1.3")

November Max average t°: +22 °C (72 °F) Min average t°: +10 °C (50 °F) Water t°: +22 °C (72 °F) Sundial in the day: 8 hours Rainy days: 2 days Precipitation: 32 mm (1.2")

(Nicosia)

Autumn Holidays

September 14 – Exaltation of the Cross of Christ in Cyprus.

October 1 – Independence Day of the Republic of Cyprus.

October 28 – Ochi Day in Cyprus.

Winter in Cyprus

Winter in Cyprus is mild. Sea is sold but temperature of air never drops below 15 °C (59 °F). There are occasional rains but yet weather is rather sunny. Weather of December and January is considered as wettest in a year.

At January orchids begin to bloom and at February meadows are covering with carpet of wild flowers. Meantime slopes of Troodos are trying on outfit of fresh spring grass. In higher regions snow cover remains from December to April. It is time for skiing. Combination of subtropical climate on plains of Cyprus and skiing on slopes of Troodos is worthy experience.

Climate of the Winter Months

December Max average t°: +17 °C (63 °F) Min average t°: +7 °C (44 °F) Water t°: +19 °C (66 °F) Sundial in the day: 7 hours Rainy days: 4 days Precipitation: 57 mm (2.2")

January Max average t°: +15 °C (59 °F) Min average t°: +5 °C (41 °F) Water t°: +17.5 °C (64 °F) Sundial in the day: 7 hours Rainy days: 5 days Precipitation: 60 mm (2.4")

February Max average t°: +16 °C (61 °F) Min average t°: +5 °C (41 °F) Water t°: +17 °C (63 °F) Sundial in the day:8 hours Rainy days: 3 days Precipitation: 38 mm (1.5")

(Nicosia)

Winter Holidays

December 25 – Christmas.

January 1 – New Year.
January 6 – Epiphany.
January 8 – Celebration in honor of the Kikk Icon of the Mother of God.
January 24 – Commemoration Day of Saint Neophyte.