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Cyprus Climate - Cyprus Weather

One of the main benefits of being on holiday on a Mediterranean island is the sunshine throughout the year, and Cyprus is no exception.

In fact, Cyprus probably has ideal weather for the region with fine temperatures and sun almost every day.

Extremes of temperatures are rare, meaning Cyprus has something to offer you every month of the year, whether you fancy swimming in October, visiting the many cultural sites or taking part in one of the festivals.

While there are seasonal fluctuations, they are not too drastic.

The Spring Season on Cyprus

Early spring in Cyprus is a great time to visit, with pleasant daytime temperatures and many of the ancient ruins surrounded by swathes of wildflowers.

In January the first terrestrial orchids come into bloom on Cyprus, and by mid-February the countryside comes to life with fresh green grass and the almond trees come into bloom. March days may still be cool with daytime temperatures around 19C or 65F, cooler at night.

In April and into the mid-May spring is at its fullness. This is an ideal time for hikes and off-road adventures, particularly in the Akamas Peninsula.

Summer on Cyprus is when it sizzles

A Cypriot summer stretches from mid-May to mid-October and summer here means high temperatures, cloudless blue skies and cooling sea breezes. Summer in Cyprus means swimming, sunbathing and water sports, including scuba diving and sailing. At this time of year, avoid the hottest part of the day to explore the archaeological sites! Visit them early in the morning or in late afternoon. Expect temperatures of 32C / 90F degrees at the beach and even hotter inland! Summer temperatures are refreshingly cooler in the Troodos Mountains, making them ideal for hiking or even just relaxing.

The daylight hours of September and the first weeks of October are still sunny and the sea is still warm enough for a comfortable swim. Really, it still feels like summer.

Autumn on Cyprus

Toward the end of October the evenings tend to get a little cooler, and in October, through November the leaves of Cyprus do change colour in the Troodos Mountains, with the vineyards taking on hues of gold and crimson. In Cyprus though mid-November can still feel like an British summer.

Winter on Cyprus

December and January are the months bringing the possibility of rain, but still an average of six hours of bright sunshine a day it may not feel like winter to you. This is the time of year when other Mediterranean island destinations shut down for a couple of months, but not so Cyprus. The island is well known as an international business centre and, with its many important heritage sites and museums, all at their least crowded in winter offers a 'Cultural Winter'. Into early February there is occasional rain, and often snow in the Troodos Mountains - ideal for skiing!