Local Climate

Cyprus enjoys a Mediterranean climate, with plentiful sunshine all year round. The summers are long and dry, the winters are mild and autumn and spring seasons are shot. The highest temperatures are during the summer months when there is normally not a cloud in the sky. During the mild winters there is some rain and also snow can be found in the Troodos Mountains. Cyprus, in fact, has the ideal climate. Very rarely will extreme temperatures be reached.

Summer begins in May and goes through to October. You will find high temperatures, cloudless skies and cooling breezes from the sea. It is the best season for sunbathing, swimming and water sports of all kinds. It is recommended, if visiting archaeological sites, to visit them either in the morning or in the late afternoon, in order to avoid the heat of the midday sun.

The evenings begin to get cooler towards the end of October. However, even in November temperatures can still feel like summer, and it is possible to enjoy swimming as well as excursions without being too hot or cold.

Winter begins December through to February. During these months you are most likely to see rain, however there is still an average of six hours of sunshine a day. At this time of year many Mediterranean resorts close down, but not Cyprus. The cultural calendar is still very active and it often snows in the Troodos Mountains, which also makes skiing a possibility.

Spring slowly begins to set in during January, but comes into full force April time. This is the best time of year for hiking and off-road adventures due to pleasant daytime temperatures