Weather in Cyprus in April

April climate overview

Daytime highs across Cyprus in April run from 18.7°C (Coral Bay) to 22.5°C (Larnaca). Even in Larnaca only 21% of days reach 25°C. Nights average 14.4°C; the coldest 10% of nights in Coral Bay fall to 11°C or below.

Rainfall in April

Expect around 4 rainy days (1 mm or more) in April, with Protaras the driest (2 days) and Coral Bay the wettest (7 days). The wettest April at Larnaca between 1991 and 2020 was 2017 with 37 mm; the driest was 2008 with 0 mm.

Sea temperature

The sea averages 17.8°C around Cyprus in April - warmest at Protaras (18.0°C). That is cold for swimming without a wetsuit.

Sunshine and daylight

Around 8.6 hours of sunshine a day on average, out of 12.9 hours of daylight (sunshine estimated from cloud cover).

April against the rest of the year in Cyprus

April is the 8th warmest month of the twelve in Cyprus. It is 3.0°C warmer than March and 3.8°C warmer in May. The hottest month here is August (31°C) and the coolest January (15°C).

Which part of Cyprus in April?

• Most sunshine: Protaras, 8.9 h a day.
• Driest: Protaras, about 2 rainy days.
• Warmest sea: Protaras, 18°C.
• Hottest: Larnaca, 23°C by day.
• Coolest (better for walking and cities): Coral Bay, 19°C.

What to pack for Cyprus in April

Based on the averages: light layers - warm in the sun, cooler in the shade; a light jumper for evenings (14°C at night).

Similar weather elsewhere in April

Within 1.5°C of Cyprus's April daytime average: Gran Canaria (22°C, sea 19°C), Cape Town (22°C, sea 15°C), Sydney (22°C, sea 22°C), La Gomera (21°C, sea 20°C), Crete (21°C, sea 17°C). See the full ranking for April.

Where to stay for warmth or less rain

Larnaca and Limassol are the strongest choices for daytime warmth, both averaging 22°C. Larnaca has a slight advantage if rain is a concern, with 3 rainy days compared with Limassol's 4. Ayia Napa and Nissi Beach offer a similar balance of mild warmth and relatively little rain, making them reasonable alternatives. Protaras is the more useful compromise if you prioritise drier weather over warmer afternoons: its 2 rainy days come with a cooler daytime average of 19°C, though nights average 16°C. Paphos and Coral Bay are less convincing choices if warmth and dry weather lead your decision. Both average 19°C by day, while Coral Bay's 7 rainy days make a flexible outdoor plan particularly sensible there.

What to pack and how to plan your days

Pack for mild afternoons and cooler evenings rather than treating April as summer. Light clothes are useful during the day, with a jumper or light jacket for sitting outside after dark. Average sunshine of 8.6 hours gives you good reason to bring sunglasses and sun protection, but it does not mean every day will stay clear. With 4 rainy days across the country on average, a light waterproof is sensible without making rain the focus of your plans. Keep outdoor plans flexible and use the warmer part of the day for time by the sea. The water is cooler than the daytime air on average, so sunshine alone is not a reliable guide to swimming comfort.