We tell you when is the best time to relax in the resorts of Cyprus. Seasons and weather on the island by months. Air and sea water temperature. Reviews of tourists.
Cyprus has a warm and mild climate. The beach season starts in May and ends in October. At the beginning and at the end of the swimming season, the weather is less predictable. In summer and September, the seaside vacation is very good, so the hotels are overcrowded. July and August are hot on the island. The sun shines every day, and it almost never rains.
When is the best time to fly to Cyprus with children? We advise you to plan your family vacation in June or September. There is no intense heat during these months, and the sea is warm.
The low season in Cyprus lasts from November to April. In the cold season, they do not swim in the sea. Tourists go on excursions and relax in thermal resorts.
Cyprus Monthly Weather
January
Water and air temperature. In January, the air temperature is +14 ... + 16 ° С, and the sea water temperature is +17 ... + 18 ° С.
Weather. Winter weather in Cyprus resembles April in Russia. The coast is sunny, windy, and rainy days from 2 to 6. Remember to bring warm clothing and a jacket.
Reviews of tourists. January is good for walks and excursions. Many people enjoy spending time in Cypriot taverns. Tourists are not embarrassed that swimming in the sea is prohibited. Those who love to swim book rooms in hotels with indoor pools.
February
Water and air temperature. In the middle of winter, the air temperature during the day is +16 ... + 19 ° С, and at night +8 ... + 11 ° С. The sea water temperature is only +16 ... + 17 ° С. The swims are still far away!
Weather. Spring begins in February in Cyprus. Snowdrops bloom on the slopes, lemon trees and jasmine bloom. There are few rainy days - 1-3 per month.
Reviews of tourists. It is pleasant to watch the awakening of nature. Tourists love the warm weather and carnivals that are held on the island before the start of Lent.
March
Water and air temperature. It gets even warmer in March. The air temperature rises to +17 ... + 20 ° С. The sea is still cool + 17 ... + 18 ° С.
Weather. At the beginning of spring, the sun warms more, so during the day you can already sunbathe on the beach. There are fewer clear days than cloudy ones, and the sea is still windy.
Reviews of tourists. Vacationers are delighted with the blossoming foliage and blossoming almonds. In March, the slopes are covered with young grass and flowers, so trekking to the mountains is popular.
April
Water and air temperature. In mid-spring, the air temperature is +21 ... + 23 ° С, and sea water + 18.5 ° С.
Weather. The weather on the island is very comfortable. During the day, vacationers wear T-shirts and shorts. It gets cooler in the evenings, so a fleece and a windbreaker come in handy. Rains are rare.
Reviews of tourists. The weather in April is suitable for hiking, cycling and traveling around Cyprus by car. It's early to swim in the sea, but it's time to sunbathe and ride a boat and yacht!
May
Water and air temperature. In May, the air temperature is +24 ... + 26 ° С. Sea water near the coast is warmed up to +21 ... + 23 ° С.
Weather. At the beginning of the month, the weather in Cyprus is unpredictable. It can be hot during the day and cool at night. The temperature difference is especially noticeable in mountainous areas. In the second half of the month it is already warm and sunny. The island quickly becomes green.
Reviews of tourists. In the last month of spring, the beach season begins in Cyprus. The number of tourists is increasing, and prices for tours and hotels are increasing. At this time, it is better to relax in Cyprus for those who do not like the heat.
June
Water and air temperature. In June, the air temperature rises to +28 ... + 31 ° С. The sea is also warm + 24 ... + 25 ° С
Weather. June weather is ideal for a beach holiday. There is a lot of sun on the coast, the air is fresh. In the center of the island, where the winds from the sea do not reach, it can be a little stuffy.
Reviews of tourists. At the beginning of summer, the swimming season in Cyprus is gaining momentum. Tourists spend time on the beaches, go on excursions and boat trips, go diving and snorkeling.
July
Water and air temperature. It's hot in Cyprus in the middle of summer. Air temperature +30 ... + 33 ° С. In Larnaca, the thermometer rises to +35 ... + 38 ° С. Sea water is very pleasant for swimming +27 ... + 28 ° С.
Weather. The sun shines 15 hours a day, and only the sea saves from the scorching rays. In order not to get sunburn, vacationers sunbathe before 11:00 and after 16:00.
Reviews of tourists. Sultry weather is suitable for anyone who is not afraid of extreme heat. In July, it is not advised to vacation in Cyprus with young children, elderly travelers and tourists who have heart and vascular diseases.
August
Water and air temperature. Cyprus is very hot in August. The air temperature during the day is +32 ... + 36 ° С, and at night +26 ... + 28 ° С. The sea water is warmed up to +28 ... + 30 ° С.
Weather. Daylight hours exceed 14 hours per day. There are no clouds, rain or wind. In the middle of the day, the heat becomes unbearable. The sea is so warm that swimming is not refreshing.
Reviews of tourists. The last month of summer in Cyprus cannot be called comfortable. The sun bakes from the early morning, and tourists while away the middle of the day under air conditioning - in hotels, restaurants, museums and shopping centers. Resort life only comes alive at dusk.
September
Water and air temperature. At the beginning of autumn in Cyprus it is no longer so hot +29 ... + 31 ° С. The sea, heated over the summer, cools slowly. Water temperature +24 ... + 26 ° С.
Weather. The sweltering heat is behind us, and wonderful warm weather is setting in the seaside resorts. The sun warms gently, there is no rain.
Reviews of tourists. Many people think that September is more pleasant on the island than May and June. The velvet season is the best time to relax in Cyprus with small children. Summer is over, the number of holidaymakers is decreasing. No need to stand in lines and look for a place on the beach.
October
Water and air temperature. In October, the daytime air temperature is +25 ... + 28 ° С. At night, the thermometer drops to +18 ... + 20 ° С. Sea water temperature +24 ... + 25 ° С.
Weather. In the middle of autumn, the weather in Cyprus is changeable. Clear days alternate with cloudy ones. Thunderstorms sometimes happen, but the rains are short and you should not be afraid of them.
Reviews of tourists. October is the second month of the velvet season in Cyprus. Tourists swim in the warm sea, sunbathe, get acquainted with the sights, participate in the autumn festival "Cyprus" and are engaged in water sports.
November
Water and air temperature. At the end of autumn, the air temperature drops to +21 ... + 23 ° С, and sea water - to + 21 ° С.
Weather. November in Cyprus is a month of weather surprises. It is usually sunny and warm, but in some years the weather gets worse. It rains regularly at the end of November.
Reviews of tourists. If you want to come to the island in November, don't expect a good beach holiday. Low season begins in Cyprus. Most tourists choose not the sea, but heated pools.
December
Water and air temperature. At the end of the calendar year, the air temperature is +17 ... + 18 ° С. The water temperature is not higher than + 18 ° С. It's cold to swim!
Weather. The weather is dry, but it rains for several days. A piercing wind blows on the coast.
Reviews of tourists. Low season in Cyprus has its advantages. The resorts are not overcrowded with tourists, the beaches are deserted. You can walk and go on excursions. There are also winter activities. Vacationers enjoy skiing in the Troodos Mountains. Don't forget to pack warm clothes and choose a hotel with an indoor pool!
