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Cyprus for all seasons
One of the benefits of being a Mediterranean island is plentiful sunshine throughout the year, and Cyprus
is no exception. In fact, Cyprus epitomizes the ideal weather of the region with sunny days and fine
temperatures almost every day. Extremes of temperatures are rare, meaning Cyprus has something to offer
every month of the year, whether it's swimming (as late as November) or enjoying cultural sites and
festivals (all year long). While seasonal fluctuations are not drastic, however, they are different.
Here's what to expect:
Summer when it sizzles
Summer stretches from May to October and means high temperatures, cloudless skies and cooling breezes
from the sea. It's the ideal season for swimming, sunbathing and a whole range of watersports from sailing
to scuba diving.
The days of September and October are still sunny and the water warm enough for comfortable swimming. Basically, it's still
summer.
Autumn Warm and Sunny
In Cyprus even mid-November can feel like summer, but by the month's end medium-weight apparel for the late afternoons and evenings
will enhance the traveller's experience. It is still possible to enjoy swimming, while inland excursions to villages and
vineyards for wine tastings can be very enjoyable.
Winter An Active Season
December - February are the months of Mediterranean winter, bringing the possibility of rain, but still an average of
six hours of bright sunshine a day. This is the time of year when smaller Mediterranean destinations shut down for the
season, but not so Cyprus. The cultural calendar is also alive and well throughout the winter, with new events
coming all the time. The summer resort of Agia Napa, for example, offers a "Cultural Winter" with classical music
concerts and modern and folkloric dance performances. Into early February there is occasional rain, and often snow in the
Troodos - ideal for skiing! |
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