Paphos weather in August
Should you visit Paphos in August?
✅ Yes if: you're looking for maximum sunshine — 12.5h per day on average.
❌ No if: you struggle with heat — temperatures regularly exceed 30°C.
Our take: August in Paphos is absolutely glorious—we're talking hot, dry, and sunshine-packed days perfect for beach lovers and sun worshippers. You'll bask in 24–30°C warmth with virtually no rain, giving you nearly 12.5 hours of daylight to explore. Just bring sunscreen and stay hydrated; this is peak summer heat, but if you crave guaranteed sunshine and sea time, it's unbeatable.
Paphos in August by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ✅ Good
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ✅ Good
- 💰 💰 Budget : 💸 Peak season
What to expect in August
🎯 Grapes ripening — wine tours and outdoor tasting terraces In the height of summer, Paphos sees high temperatures (30°C). Heat is a factor for outdoor activities. Rain is virtually absent (2% of days) — ideal for planning without a backup. This is one of the best times of year to visit Paphos.
All months for Paphos
Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 9°C | 16°C | 42% | 3.8 | 9.6h | 6.7/10 |
| ⛅ February | 9°C | 16°C | 27% | 1.8 | 10.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 11°C | 18°C | 28% | 1.9 | 11.1h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 13°C | 21°C | 18% | 0.9 | 12.0h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ May | 17°C | 24°C | 15% | 0.6 | 13.1h | 8.8/10 |
| ☀️ June | 20°C | 28°C | 5% | 0.2 | 14.0h | 9.9/10 |
| ☀️ July | 24°C | 31°C | 1% | 0.0 | 14.0h | 9.1/10 |
| ☀️ August | 24°C | 30°C | 2% | 0.1 | 12.5h | 9.1/10 |
| ☀️ September | 22°C | 29°C | 5% | 0.1 | 11.9h | 9.2/10 |
| ☀️ October | 18°C | 26°C | 12% | 0.7 | 10.9h | 8.8/10 |
| 🌤️ November | 14°C | 22°C | 20% | 1.9 | 9.4h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 11°C | 18°C | 38% | 3.9 | 9.1h | 7.0/10 |
August vs June (best month)
The best month is June (score 9.9/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : +3%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +1.5h/day