Best Time to Visit Paphos, Paphos, Cyprus
Paphos is at its sunniest and driest in April–October.
The best time to visit Paphos 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 11.8°C / 53.2°F in January to 26°C / 78.8°F in August, with rainfall from 0 mm / 0 in (August) to 91 mm / 3.6 in (January). These are point-value climate normals sampled at Paphos, Paphos, Cyprus's coordinates — usually more actionable for travellers than the country-wide average. Paphos'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 | 16.4°C61.5°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 19.6°C67.3°F | 11 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.2°C73.8°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 25.6°C78.1°F | 1 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| August | 26°C78.8°F | 0 mm0″ | Sunny & Hot, Sunny & Warm |
| September | 24.2°C75.6°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 21.1°C70°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Sunny & Warm, Sunny & Mild |
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit Paphos?
The best time to visit Paphos for sunny, dry weather is April, May, June, July, August, September, October. At the city itself, the warmest month is August averaging 26°C / 78.8°F, and the driest is August with about 0 mm / 0 in of rain. These are point-value climate normals sampled at Paphos's coordinates.
When is the rainy season in Paphos?
The rainy season at Paphos, Paphos runs through November–March, when monthly rainfall exceeds the annual median of about 29 mm / 1.1 in. The wettest single month is January (91 mm / 3.6 in).
What is the driest month in Paphos?
The driest month in Paphos is August, averaging about 0 mm / 0 in of rainfall. Temperature that month averages 26°C / 78.8°F.
What months should I avoid visiting Paphos?
The least comfortable months for travel to Paphos — 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 91 mm / 3.6 in in January, and the coldest month averages 11.8°C / 53.2°F.
Is Paphos climate different from Cyprus overall?
Yes, usually. Our Paphos figures are point-value climate normals sampled at the city itself, while our 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 Paphos specifically — usually the more actionable data for a traveller planning to spend time in the city.