| Cyprus, located in the eastern end of the | | | | Akamas. It is also home to 168 species of birds. |
| Mediterranean Sea, is the hottest Mediterranean | | | | The inland forests of Aleppo pine and Juniper |
| island boasting sunshine nearly all year round. | | | | Crown provide unforgettable hiking or walking |
| Cyprus weather almost guarantees 340 days of | | | | experiences. |
| sunshine with temperatures rarely dropping below | | | | Cyprus has 1,950 species of flowering plants, 140 |
| 16 degrees. Most of the rain falls during December | | | | of which grow nowhere else but on the island in |
| and February, although other months from | | | | part due to the ideal Cyprus weather conditions. |
| November to March can see some rain. | | | | Summer - Some Like It Hot! |
| Temperatures during this period range from 23 to | | | | Cyprus weather guarantees a wonderful summer |
| 16 degrees. | | | | from mid-May to mid-October. You can |
| The mild spring (temperatures around 23 degrees) | | | | experience the heat under cloudless blue skies |
| is absolutely beautiful with a wonderful display of | | | | while also enjoying the cool sea breezes. |
| spring flowers. April is the best month to enjoy | | | | The sea is the place to be during this season with |
| them. The weather in Cyprus can be a little windy | | | | swimming, sailing, scuba diving, and all manner of |
| during the first part of May although | | | | water sports among the list of possibilities. Or |
| temperatures start to rise during the second half | | | | perhaps you prefer to relax on the beach and |
| of the month. | | | | just sunbathe. |
| If you like it hot you'll enjoy the months of July | | | | The weather in Cyprus at this time of year |
| and August! The mercury can rise above 30 | | | | makes it more appropriate to explore the |
| degrees centigrade. For a little relief from the | | | | archaeological sites early in the morning or in late |
| heat, just make a brief excursion to the Troodos | | | | afternoon, avoiding the hottest part of the day. |
| Mountains. They provide a refreshing retreat from | | | | Remember to equip yourself for the sun during |
| the sun with temperatures around 12 degrees | | | | the summer season. Your kit should include |
| lower than other parts of the island. | | | | sunscreens appropriate for your skin type, and a |
| You can even enjoy skiing up in the mountains | | | | wide-brimmed hat. |
| during the winter months of December and | | | | While the summer can be a scorcher for most |
| January and on another day still enjoy a trip to | | | | parts of the island, the Troodos mountains |
| the beach - such is the diversity of Cyprus | | | | provide a wonderful contrast. |
| weather! | | | | The refreshing cooler temperatures up on the |
| Here are the monthly average temperatures: | | | | mountains may even tempt you to go hiking or |
| January 16ºC | | | | enjoy a leisurely stroll and take in the breathtaking |
| February 16ºC | | | | scenic views. |
| March 18ºC | | | | Autumn - The Pleasant Season |
| April 23ºC | | | | Temperatures start to cool off by the end of |
| May 28ºC | | | | October. |
| June 32ºC | | | | Beautiful colors can be enjoyed during October |
| July 32ºC | | | | and November. In the Troodos, leaves change |
| August 33ºC | | | | color adding to the beauty while the vineyards |
| September 32ºC | | | | turn crimson and gold. |
| October 28ºC | | | | For those visiting from colder climates, even |
| November 23ºC | | | | mid-November can feel like summer back home. |
| December 19ºC | | | | By the end of November there is a noticeable |
| Cyprus Weather: Every Season Is Special | | | | change in temperature during the nights so it's |
| Extremes of temperatures are rare so Cyprus | | | | probably wise to bring some warmer clothing for |
| has something to offer every month of the year. | | | | the evening and night hours. |
| Swimming can still be enjoyed as late as | | | | That said, swimming is still possible. On the other |
| November. All through the year cultural sites and | | | | hand, many enjoy taking excursions to the villages |
| festivals create wonderful memories you can still | | | | on the island. Look out for wine tasting |
| enjoy after you return home. Cyprus weather | | | | announcements to add to the experience. |
| epitomizes the ideal characteristics of the region | | | | Winter - A Busy Season |
| with sunny days and fine temperatures almost | | | | Expect rain sometime from November to |
| every day. | | | | February. Most of it often falls during December |
| Here's a run down of main attractions and | | | | and January. After the heat of the summer |
| features of the seasons: | | | | Cyprus surely needs it. Even then, you can still |
| Spring - The Awakening | | | | enjoy around six hours of sunshine a day. That's |
| This beautiful season comes in early. While the | | | | Cyprus weather for you! |
| first orchids can be seen in January, the middle of | | | | Rather than shutting down for the season, |
| February ushers in a countryside revived after | | | | Cyprus is full of activity and interest during the |
| the rains of December and January. The | | | | winter months. Cyprus hosts many museums and |
| countryside is a picture with green meadows and | | | | historical sites well worth visiting. Numerous cultural |
| the blossom of almond trees. | | | | events fill the calendar such as the classical music |
| March temperatures are moderate, around 19 | | | | concerts and folk dancing performances at the |
| degrees centigrade. It must be said, this is a | | | | summer resort of Agia Napa. These are often |
| wonderful time to visit to Cyprus. The daytime | | | | widely advertised so take note of the ones that |
| temperatures are comfortable and the show of | | | | may interest you. Snow arrives on the Troodos |
| wildflowers can be spectacular. Ancient ruins | | | | during this season and skiing is often possible right |
| framed by a carpet of red anemones get even | | | | into February. The range of Cyprus weather |
| the most casual photographer clicking. | | | | conditions through the year is quite amazing. |
| April through to the middle of May is an excellent | | | | One of the benefits of being a Mediterranean |
| time to visit the Akamas Peninsula or other | | | | island is plentiful sunshine throughout the year. If |
| nature areas. | | | | you're from a colder, wetter climate, you'll just |
| Approximately 530 plant species grow in the | | | | LOVE the Cyprus weather! |