Climate of Nicosia, Cyprus
Area-weighted average across Nicosia. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Nicosia, a subdivision of Cyprus, has a Mediterranean-style climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from 8.4°C / 47.1°F in January to 26.6°C / 79.9°F in August, with rainfall from 3 mm / 0.1 in to 118 mm / 4.6 in depending on the season (545 mm / 21.5 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 8.4°C47.1°F | 110 mm4.3″ | — |
| February | 8.6°C47.5°F | 81 mm3.2″ | — |
| March | 10.6°C51.1°F | 67 mm2.6″ | — |
| April | 14.8°C58.6°F | 30 mm1.2″ | Sunny & Mild |
| May | 18.9°C66°F | 23 mm0.9″ | Sunny & Mild |
| June | 23.1°C73.6°F | 9 mm0.4″ | Sunny & Warm |
| July | 26.2°C79.2°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| August | 26.6°C79.9°F | 3 mm0.1″ | Sunny & Hot |
| September | 23.8°C74.8°F | 8 mm0.3″ | Sunny & Warm |
| October | 19.9°C67.8°F | 34 mm1.3″ | Sunny & Mild |
| November | 14.3°C57.7°F | 59 mm2.3″ | — |
| December | 10.4°C50.7°F | 118 mm4.6″ | — |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Nicosia?
The best months to visit Nicosia, Cyprus for sunny, dry weather are April, May, June, July, August, September, October. The warmest month is August at an area-wide average of 26.6°C / 79.9°F, and the driest is July with about 3 mm / 0.1 in of rainfall.
What is the climate of Nicosia?
Nicosia, Cyprus has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from 8.4°C / 47.1°F in January to 26.6°C / 79.9°F in August. Annual rainfall averages about 545 mm / 21.5 in, with the wettest month being December (118 mm / 4.6 in) and the driest July (3 mm / 0.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Nicosia?
The hottest month in Nicosia is August, with an area-wide average temperature of 26.6°C / 79.9°F.
What is the coldest month in Nicosia?
The coldest month in Nicosia is January, with an area-wide average temperature of 8.4°C / 47.1°F.
When does it rain most in Nicosia?
The wettest month in Nicosia is December, averaging about 118 mm / 4.6 in of rainfall. The driest is July with about 3 mm / 0.1 in.