Weather by month for Nicosia, the best months to go and how Cyprus's regions differ, scored from 10 years of climate data.
Apr, May, Oct, Nov
The highest month scores: comfortable temperatures, little rain and plenty of sun.
Highs 23°C to 30°C · 4–5 rain days
Jan, Feb, Mar, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Dec
Still good weather, just not quite the top months.
Highs 15°C to 38°C · 1–9 rain days
Weather by month
Average highs and lows, rain days, sunshine and our month score out of 10.
| Month | High / low | Rain days | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15°C / 7°C | 9 days (51 mm) | 8.2 h/day | 6.3/10 |
| February | 17°C / 7°C | 6 days (37 mm) | 8.7 h/day | 7.3/10 |
| March | 20°C / 9°C | 7 days (38 mm) | 10.2 h/day | 7.8/10 |
| Best month: April | 25°C / 12°C | 5 days (27 mm) | 11.5 h/day | 8.5/10 |
| Best month: May | 30°C / 17°C | 5 days (21 mm) | 12.6 h/day | 8.1/10 |
| June | 34°C / 21°C | 3 days (13 mm) | 13.7 h/day | 7.7/10 |
| July | 38°C / 24°C | 1 day (2 mm) | 13.9 h/day | 6.7/10 |
| August | 37°C / 24°C | 2 days (4 mm) | 12.7 h/day | 6.5/10 |
| September | 34°C / 21°C | 3 days (9 mm) | 11.6 h/day | 7.7/10 |
| Best month: October | 29°C / 17°C | 4 days (18 mm) | 10.5 h/day | 9.0/10 |
| Best month: November | 23°C / 13°C | 5 days (27 mm) | 8.9 h/day | 8.7/10 |
| December | 18°C / 9°C | 8 days (46 mm) | 7.9 h/day | 7.6/10 |
Figures for Nicosia; the country's best months are weighted across its cities. Best months are highlighted. How we score months
Month by month
15°C / 7°C · 9 rain days · 8.2 h sun
January is the coolest and wettest month in Nicosia. Highs reach about 15°C, lows are near 7°C, and rain falls on 9 days (51 mm). Days still get 8.2 hours of sun. With a score of 6.3 it rates good. It works for walking and sightseeing, but pack a warm layer for the evenings.
17°C / 7°C · 6 rain days · 8.7 h sun
February warms a little, to highs of about 17°C and lows of 7°C. Rain falls on around 6 days, with 37 mm in total, and there are 8.7 hours of sun a day. With a score of 7.3 it rates good. It is a mild month for city walks and inland trips.
20°C / 9°C · 7 rain days · 10.2 h sun
March brings highs near 20°C, lows of 9°C and 10.2 hours of sun a day. Showers are still common, on about 7 days for 38 mm in total. A score of 7.8 puts it among the best months. Spring warmth arrives, but some wet days remain.
25°C / 12°C · 5 rain days · 11.5 h sun
April is one of the most comfortable months, with highs of 25°C, lows of 12°C and rain on about 5 days. Sun lasts 11.5 hours a day. It scores 8.5, rated best, and is the top spring month in the scores.
30°C / 17°C · 5 rain days · 12.6 h sun
May heats up to highs near 30°C, with lows around 17°C. Rain is light, on about 5 days and 21 mm in total, and there are 12.6 hours of sun a day. A score of 8.1 rates it best, though afternoons inland can already feel hot.
34°C / 21°C · 3 rain days · 13.7 h sun
June is hot, with highs near 34°C and warm nights around 21°C. Rain falls on only about 3 days, and sun lasts 13.7 hours a day. It still scores 7.7, rated best. Plan outdoor sightseeing for mornings and evenings.
38°C / 24°C · 1 rain days · 13.9 h sun
July is the hottest month, with highs of about 38°C and lows near 24°C. It is almost dry, with rain on 0.8 days and 2 mm on average, plus 13.9 hours of sun. The midday heat makes walking tough, which is why the score drops to 6.7, rated good.
37°C / 24°C · 2 rain days · 12.7 h sun
August stays very hot, with highs near 37°C and lows around 24°C. Rain is rare, on about 2 days and 4 mm in total, with 12.7 hours of sun a day. The heat brings the score down to 6.5, the lowest of the summer. It is still rated good for travellers who enjoy strong heat.
34°C / 21°C · 3 rain days · 11.6 h sun
September is still hot, with highs near 34°C and lows of 21°C, but the peak heat has passed. Rain falls on 2.5 days (9 mm), and sun lasts 11.6 hours a day. A score of 7.7 rates it best.
29°C / 17°C · 4 rain days · 10.5 h sun
October is the top month in the scores, at 9 and rated best. Highs ease to about 29°C and lows to 17°C. Rain comes on about 4 days (18 mm). With 10.5 hours of sun, days are warm but no longer harsh.
23°C / 13°C · 5 rain days · 8.9 h sun
November cools to highs near 23°C and lows around 13°C. Rain picks up a little, on about 5 days for 27 mm, and sun drops to 8.9 hours a day. It scores 8.7, rated best, and is the second-highest month after October.
18°C / 9°C · 8 rain days · 7.9 h sun
December brings highs near 18°C, lows around 9°C and rain on about 8 days (46 mm). It has the fewest sun hours of the year, at 7.9 a day. Even so, it scores 7.6 and is rated best, with mild days for sightseeing.
Regional differences
Average daytime high each month, coloured by that city's own month score.
| City | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nicosia | 15°C | 17°C | 20°C | 25°C | 30°C | 34°C | 38°C | 37°C | 34°C | 29°C | 23°C | 18°C |
| Limassol | 16°C | 17°C | 19°C | 23°C | 27°C | 30°C | 33°C | 33°C | 31°C | 28°C | 23°C | 18°C |
| Famagusta | 16°C | 17°C | 20°C | 23°C | 27°C | 31°C | 34°C | 34°C | 32°C | 28°C | 23°C | 19°C |
| Kyrenia | 16°C | 17°C | 19°C | 23°C | 28°C | 31°C | 35°C | 34°C | 32°C | 28°C | 22°C | 18°C |
| Protaras | 16°C | 17°C | 18°C | 22°C | 25°C | 28°C | 32°C | 32°C | 30°C | 27°C | 22°C | 18°C |
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By trip type
City sightseeing
April and November are the most comfortable months for exploring towns on foot, with Nicosia highs of about 25°C and 22.5°C and around 5 rainy days. March (20°C) and May (30°C) also work well, though May afternoons feel warm.
Beach
June and September bring highs near 34°C in Nicosia, long sunny days and only 2.5–3.3 rainy days. October is milder at 28.5°C. July is the driest month, with 0.8 rainy days, but it reaches 38°C.
Hiking & nature
April and November give mild trail weather, with Nicosia highs of 25°C and 22.5°C and about 5 rainy days. March and February are cooler, at 20°C and 17°C, with 6–7 rainy days, so pack a rain layer.
Events calendar
Public holidays: New Year's Day (1 Jan), Epiphany (6 Jan)
Public holidays: Green Monday (23 Feb)
Public holidays: Greek Independence Day (25 Mar)
Public holidays: Cyprus National Day (1 Apr), Good Friday (10 Apr), Easter Monday (13 Apr), Easter Tuesday (14 Apr)
Public holidays: Labour Day (1 May), Pentecost (31 May)
Public holidays: Whit Monday (1 Jun)
Public holidays: Assumption of the Virgin Mary (15 Aug)
Public holidays: Cyprus Independence Day (1 Oct), Ohi Day (28 Oct)
Public holidays: Christmas Eve (24 Dec), Christmas Day (25 Dec), St. Stephen's Day (26 Dec)
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FAQ
Yes. October has the highest score of the year at 9. In Nicosia, days reach about 28.5°C and nights drop to 17.2°C. Rain is light, with 3.6 rain days and 18 mm in the month. You still get 10.5 hours of sun a day. The summer heat has eased, but it is still warm.
August is very hot, but it still rates as good, with a score of 6.5. In Nicosia, the average high is 37.1°C and nights stay warm at 23.5°C. There are only 1.9 rain days and 4 mm of rain, with 12.7 hours of sun a day. This suits travellers who want dry, settled heat. Plan time indoors or in the shade at midday.
Yes. April scores 8.5 and is one of the best months to go. In Nicosia, highs average 25.1°C and lows 12.2°C, so days are warm and nights are cool. Expect about 5.2 rain days and 27 mm of rain. There are 11.5 hours of sun a day.
January is the coolest and wettest month, but it still rates as good, with a score of 6.3. In Nicosia, highs average 15.3°C and lows 6.6°C. There are about 9 rain days and 51 mm of rain, the most of the year. You still get 8.2 hours of sun a day, so bring layers and a rain jacket.
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