Destination guide
Limassol weather by month
June, September and May are the best starting points for a Limassol holiday, depending on how much heat you want. May's daytime average of 26°C suits being outdoors, while June and September reach 30°C and offer warmer swimming. July and August are better for travellers who actively want heat, with days averaging 33°C. Spring brings a cooler sea; autumn keeps the water warm but gradually adds rain. Winter is mild rather than reliably beach-friendly.
- Hottest month
- 32.9°CJuly
- Coolest month
- 15.3°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 27.1°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 4 h 48 minMid-haul (4.5-7 h) · estimated
Limassol, month by month
Month-by-month detail pages exist for our most searched destinations; for Limassol the 12-month table below carries the full picture.
A little perspective
Limassol through the year
Every month at a glance; "best" marks our three top months on warmth, dryness and sunshine.
| Month | Day | Night | Sea | Sun/day | Rain mm | Rainy days | Days 25°C+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 15.3°C | 9.6°C | 17.5°C | 5.5 | 60 | 9 | 0% |
| February | 15.8°C | 9.6°C | 16.8°C | 6.2 | 42 | 8 | 0% |
| March | 18.3°C | 11.0°C | 16.8°C | 7.4 | 28 | 6 | 2% |
| April | 21.9°C | 13.6°C | 17.7°C | 8.8 | 16 | 4 | 19% |
| Maybest | 26.3°C | 17.4°C | 19.9°C | 10.9 | 13 | 3 | 61% |
| Junebest | 30.4°C | 21.1°C | 23.2°C | 13.5 | 3 | 1 | 98% |
| July | 32.9°C | 23.7°C | 26.0°C | 13.8 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| August | 32.8°C | 24.2°C | 27.1°C | 12.9 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Septemberbest | 30.4°C | 22.4°C | 26.5°C | 11.5 | 3 | 1 | 99% |
| October | 27.0°C | 19.4°C | 24.9°C | 8.7 | 15 | 4 | 78% |
| November | 21.7°C | 15.2°C | 22.3°C | 6.5 | 30 | 5 | 14% |
| December | 17.2°C | 11.5°C | 19.5°C | 5.3 | 59 | 8 | 0% |
Day = average daytime high, night = average night-time low, 1991-2020.Sun is hours per day; rainy days count 1 mm or more.
Day, night and sea
Monthly average temperatures, 1991-2020
- Day
- Night
- Sea
Best months here
On warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, start with these.
When to go to Limassol
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: May, June, July, August, September, October. January is the wettest month (60 mm, about 9 rainy days) and July the driest (1 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 27.1°C and coolest in February at 16.8°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Paphos International Airport (PFO, 51 km from Limassol) takes roughly 4 h 48 min - mid-haul (4.5-7 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Asia/Nicosia.
Records and extremes, 1991-2020
The hottest day recorded in Limassol between 1991 and 2020 reached 41.2°C on 1 August 2010; the coldest fell to 2.5°C on 26 February 1992. In July one day in ten tops 35.6°C and about 90% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 6.9°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was December 1991 with 190 mm, against a December average of 59 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Limassol
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:55 | 16:59 | 10.1 h | 5.5 h |
| February | 06:34 | 17:30 | 10.9 h | 6.2 h |
| March | 05:58 | 17:55 | 11.9 h | 7.4 h |
| April | 06:16 | 19:20 | 13.1 h | 8.8 h |
| May | 05:45 | 19:44 | 14.0 h | 10.9 h |
| June | 05:34 | 20:02 | 14.5 h | 13.5 h |
| July | 05:46 | 20:02 | 14.3 h | 13.8 h |
| August | 06:08 | 19:36 | 13.5 h | 12.9 h |
| September | 06:31 | 18:55 | 12.4 h | 11.5 h |
| October | 06:54 | 18:14 | 11.3 h | 8.7 h |
| November | 06:22 | 16:43 | 10.4 h | 6.5 h |
| December | 06:48 | 16:38 | 9.8 h | 5.3 h |
Spring: comfortable days, cooler swimming
March is better suited to time outdoors than a swimming-led holiday: afternoons average 18°C, but the sea is 17°C and evenings still need layers. April brings a noticeable lift to 22°C by day, with fewer rainy days and more sunshine, making it a good choice if summer heat puts you off. The catch is that the water remains cool at 18°C. By May, daytime warmth is more dependable for light clothing, with an average of 26°C and only 3 rainy days. Even then, a 20°C sea may feel brisk, while nights averaging 17°C make a light evening layer useful.
Summer: long sunny days and heat to plan around
June offers a useful balance for a swimming holiday: days average 30°C, the sea reaches 23°C and rain is uncommon. It suits travellers who want summer warmth without the higher temperatures of July and August. Those months both average 33°C by day and 24°C at night, so do not expect evenings to feel cool. Plan more active time for mornings, leave room for shade at midday and favour light clothing. The sea warms from 26°C in July to 27°C in August, making swimming more inviting than in spring. Rainy-day averages fall to 0, but that is not a guarantee of completely dry weather.
Autumn and winter: lingering sea warmth, then wetter days
September keeps a summer feel, with 30°C days and a 26°C sea, making it a strong choice for swimming. October eases to 27°C while the water stays at 25°C; the trade-off is more chance of rain. November still offers 22°C daytime and sea averages, but cooler evenings and more rainy days call for flexible plans. December shifts towards mild winter weather, with 17°C afternoons and less sunshine. January is the coolest and wettest month: 15°C days and 9 rainy days favour layers and a waterproof over beachwear. February is only slightly warmer at 16°C, with a cool 17°C sea. Winter suits travellers happy to spend time outdoors between showers rather than depend on daily swimming.
A little more detail
Limassol weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Limassol?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Limassol are June, September and May. July is the hottest month (average high 32.9°C) and January the coolest (15.3°C).
How many months a year is Limassol over 25°C?
6 months in Limassol average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 8 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Limassol?
January is the wettest month in Limassol (60 mm on average) and July the driest (1 mm). Annual rainfall averages 271 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Limassol?
The hottest day recorded in Limassol between 1991 and 2020 reached 41.2°C on 1 August 2010; the coldest fell to 2.5°C on 26 February 1992. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Limassol?
August has the warmest sea average at 27°C. July and September are close at 26°C, while October still averages 25°C. For warm swimming with less daytime heat than midsummer, October is a useful option, though rain becomes more likely.
Will I need warm clothes in the evening?
Bring layers outside summer, especially in winter when January and February nights average 10°C. May evenings average 17°C and October 19°C, so a light layer is sensible. July and August remain warm at night, averaging 24°C.
How much sunshine can I expect in winter?
December averages 5 hours of sunshine a day, rising to 6 hours in January and February. That leaves scope for time outdoors, but winter also brings more rainy days, so keep your plans flexible rather than expecting uninterrupted sunshine.
See also: Cyprus weather by month · where else is hot in July
About these averages
ERA5-Land climate reanalysis via Open-Meteo (11 km grid) and NOAA Coral Reef Watch 5 km sea temperatures, 1991-2020
Averages computed from daily values at Limassol. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 1.6 km from that point. Sunshine hours are estimated from average cloud cover.Records are the highest and lowest daily values in that 30-year period, not all-time records. These are climate averages, not a forecast for your trip. How we measure holiday weather
- Hot · 25°C+
- Warm · 20°C to below 25°C
- Mild · 15°C to below 20°C
- Cool · below 15°C