Best time to visit
Best time to visit Cyprus
Our pick: September and OctoberBest valueChecked 22 October 2026
Best value: Mar–Apr, Sep–Oct. Busy and pricier: May–Aug. Quiet: Nov–Feb.
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Cyprus has the warmest sea in the Mediterranean in autumn and stays warm enough for the beach into November. July and August are very hot inland, with Nicosia often over 35°C.
Month by month in Paphos
- J11°
- F12°
- M14°
- A16°
- M20°
- J24°
- J27°
- A27°
- S25°
- O22°
- N17°
- D13°
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Average temperature each month (NASA POWER, 2001 to 2025), coloured by season.
Before you go
- The Troodos mountains get snow in January and February, an hour from the beach.
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Questions people ask
Is Cyprus warm in winter?
Mild. Paphos averages 13 to 14°C in January, with many sunny days, but it isn't beach weather.
What is the warmest month in Paphos?
July, averaging 27°C. The coolest is January, at 11°C.
When is peak season in Cyprus?
May–Aug, when prices are highest. For better value, try Mar–Apr, Sep–Oct.