Best Time to Visit Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus, Northern Cyprus
Kyrenia is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Kyrenia for sunny, dry weather is April–October — 7 months of the year fit our sunny profiles at this specific location. The drier stretch runs through April–October; the wetter half falls in November–March. At the city itself, monthly average temperatures range from 9.7°C / 49.5°F in February to 28.1°C / 82.6°F in August, with rainfall from 2 mm / 0.1 in (July) to 95 mm / 3.7 in (December). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Kyrenia's climate is broadly seasonal. The full month-by-month table below lets you match your travel window against our five weather profiles.
Recommended months
| Month | Temp | Rain | Feels like |
|---|---|---|---|
| April | 15.7°C60.3°F | 25 mm1″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 19.8°C67.6°F | 19 mm0.7″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 24.3°C75.7°F | 7 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 27.5°C81.5°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 28.1°C82.6°F | 2 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 25.3°C77.5°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| October | 21.5°C70.7°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Kyrenia?
The best time to visit Kyrenia for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 28.1°C / 82.6°F, and the driest is July with about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Kyrenia's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Kyrenia?
The rainy season at Kyrenia runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 30 mm / 1.2 in. The wettest single month is December (95 mm / 3.7 in).
What is the driest month in Kyrenia?
The driest month in Kyrenia is July, averaging about 2 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 27.5°C / 81.5°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Kyrenia?
The least comfortable months for travel to Kyrenia — based on point-value climate at the city — are January, February, March, December. These are the wettest or coolest months at this location. Rainfall peaks at 95 mm / 3.7 in in December, and the coldest month averages 9.7°C / 49.5°F.
Is Kyrenia climate different from Northern Cyprus overall?
Yes, usually. Our Kyrenia figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our Northern Cyprus figures are area-weighted averages across the whole country. The two can diverge substantially in geographically diverse or elevation-varied countries. The month-by-month table below reflects Kyrenia specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.