The month in detail
What to expect in January
In January, Cyprus sees 16°C during the day with 5.6h of sunshine per day. Rain risk remains low (23% of days), leaving good room for outdoor activities.
January ranks 12 out of 12 months in Cyprus. Compared to December: −2°C daytime.
This month's conditions
What it's like in January
UV index
4 · moderate
protect during midday hours
Feels like
dry air
7°
Sea
19°C
cool, invigorating
Daylight
9.9h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is January the right month?
The best month in Cyprus is June (9.5/10), 5.0 pts higher than January.
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Plan your trip
Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Hotels & rentals · Cyprus
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a beach holiday.
Country · Cyprus
🗣️LanguageGreek
💶CurrencyEuro (€)
🚗DrivingLeft-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘModerate · 3/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate oceanic
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 33°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 16°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJanuary · 23%
🏖️ Beach holiday
📅Peak seasonJuin → Sept
🏖️Swell (Sept–Mar) ⓘModérée
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Location
Where is Cyprus ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
CyprusTemperate oceanic climate with a 9.5 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
34.71°N · 33.02°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Cyprus?
June is the best month with 29.0°C highs, 22.0°C lows, 9.9h of sunshine and 1.0% rainy days. The months of June & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Cyprus get in June?
Cyprus averages 9.9 sunshine hours per day in June. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 9.3/10.
What is the rainiest month in Cyprus?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Cyprus in June?
In June, overnight lows reach 22.0°C, while afternoon highs average 29.0°C.
Is Cyprus good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Cyprus scores 6.1/10 on average — Decent period conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains June with a score of 9.3/10.
When should you avoid Cyprus?
January is the most difficult month to visit Cyprus, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Cyprus in January?
In January, the sea averages 19°C in Cyprus: cool, invigorating. Swimming is possible but brisk; sensitive swimmers may prefer a wetsuit.
Do you need sun protection in Cyprus in January?
The average UV index reaches 4 in January in Cyprus (moderate), with about 9.9h of daylight. Protect during midday hours.