The best time to visit Cyprus
The best time to visit Cyprus for warm, sunny weather is April to July, when its destinations average a Sunshine Score of 93/100 with daytime highs around 27°C / 81°F. March and August are quieter shoulder-season alternatives with still-reliable sun. The sea is swimmable (21°C+) about 8 months a year, warmest in August at 29°C.
Cyprus by month, averaged across 3 destinations from long-term climate normals — the best stretch is highlighted.
| Month | Sunshine Score | Avg day high | Rain | Sea | For a trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 53 | 16° / 61°F | 79 mm | 19° | Good |
| February | 59 | 16° / 61°F | 50 mm | 19° | Very good |
| March | 77 | 18° / 64°F | 28 mm | 18° | Excellent |
| April | 92 | 21° / 70°F | 16 mm | 20° | Excellent |
| May | 96 | 25° / 77°F | 11 mm | 22° | Excellent |
| June | 97 | 29° / 84°F | 3 mm | 27° | Excellent |
| July | 88 | 32° / 90°F | 2 mm | 28° | Excellent |
| August | 87 | 32° / 90°F | 2 mm | 29° | Excellent |
| September | 97 | 30° / 86°F | 7 mm | 28° | Excellent |
| October | 94 | 26° / 79°F | 19 mm | 26° | Excellent |
| November | 91 | 22° / 72°F | 35 mm | 23° | Excellent |
| December | 67 | 18° / 64°F | 79 mm | 21° | Very good |
When to go — and when to think twice
Best overall: April to July — Cyprus' warmest, most reliable stretch (Sunshine Score 93/100, ~27°C / 81°F days). Shoulder season: March and August — quieter, still sunny. Hottest: July, ~32°C / 90°F. Rain stays light most of the year (~331 mm total).
Where to base yourself for sunshine: Paphos (3,248 h/yr), Larnaca (3,200 h/yr), Ercan (North Nicosia) (3,011 h/yr). See where it's sunniest in Cyprus month by month, the hottest places in Cyprus, or every Cyprus destination with a full climate card.