Destination guide
Paphos weather by month
June, July and August are the strongest choices for warm, mostly dry holiday weather in Paphos. August is hottest at around 30°C, while June offers a gentler 27°C. For a less hot trip with comfortable swimming conditions, October is a useful alternative, with the sea still at 25°C. Spring suits travellers who prefer walking to spending all day in the water; winter brings mild afternoons but more rain and a greater need for layers.
- Hottest month
- 29.6°CAugust
- Coolest month
- 14.9°CJanuary
- Warmest sea
- 28.0°CAugust
- Flight from London
- 4 h 42 minMid-haul (4.5-7 h) · estimated
Paphos, month by month
A little perspective
Paphos 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 | 14.9°C | 10.9°C | 17.4°C | 5.5 | 81 | 11 | 0% |
| February | 15.1°C | 10.8°C | 16.7°C | 6.1 | 58 | 8 | 0% |
| March | 16.8°C | 12.2°C | 16.8°C | 7.2 | 40 | 7 | 0% |
| April | 19.4°C | 14.3°C | 17.7°C | 8.5 | 21 | 5 | 4% |
| May | 23.0°C | 17.6°C | 20.4°C | 10.5 | 11 | 3 | 21% |
| Junebest | 26.7°C | 21.1°C | 24.1°C | 13.0 | 2 | 1 | 77% |
| Julybest | 29.3°C | 23.6°C | 27.1°C | 13.2 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| Augustbest | 29.6°C | 24.3°C | 28.0°C | 12.2 | 1 | 0 | 100% |
| September | 27.6°C | 22.6°C | 26.7°C | 11.1 | 4 | 1 | 94% |
| October | 24.9°C | 20.0°C | 24.7°C | 8.6 | 16 | 4 | 50% |
| November | 20.8°C | 16.0°C | 22.1°C | 6.5 | 44 | 6 | 5% |
| December | 16.8°C | 12.6°C | 19.4°C | 5.3 | 84 | 10 | 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 Paphos
For beach weather, look at months where the daytime average clears 25°C and rainy days stay low: June, July, August, September. December is the wettest month (84 mm, about 10 rainy days) and July the driest (1 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 28.0°C and coolest in February at 16.7°C.
Getting there
A direct flight from London Gatwick to Paphos International Airport (PFO, 9 km from Paphos) takes roughly 4 h 42 min - mid-haul (4.5-7 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Asia/Nicosia.
Records and extremes, 1991-2020
The hottest day recorded in Paphos between 1991 and 2020 reached 40.5°C on 17 May 2020; the coldest fell to 2.3°C on 29 January 2017. In August one day in ten tops 31.4°C and about 38% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 8.0°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was January 2012 with 261 mm, against a January average of 81 mm.
Sunrise, sunset and daylight in Paphos
Local time on the 15th of each month; daylight-saving rules as of 2020.
| Month (15th) | Sunrise | Sunset | Daylight | Sunshine/day |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 06:58 | 17:01 | 10.1 h | 5.5 h |
| February | 06:37 | 17:32 | 10.9 h | 6.1 h |
| March | 06:01 | 17:58 | 11.9 h | 7.2 h |
| April | 06:18 | 19:22 | 13.1 h | 8.5 h |
| May | 05:47 | 19:46 | 14.0 h | 10.5 h |
| June | 05:36 | 20:05 | 14.5 h | 13.0 h |
| July | 05:48 | 20:04 | 14.3 h | 13.2 h |
| August | 06:11 | 19:39 | 13.5 h | 12.2 h |
| September | 06:33 | 18:58 | 12.4 h | 11.1 h |
| October | 06:56 | 18:16 | 11.3 h | 8.6 h |
| November | 06:24 | 16:45 | 10.4 h | 6.5 h |
| December | 06:50 | 16:41 | 9.8 h | 5.3 h |
Spring: comfortable afternoons, but the sea takes time to warm
March is mild rather than beach-hot, with daytime averages of 17°C and a sea temperature to match. Bring layers for evenings and something waterproof for passing rain. April lifts daytime temperatures to 19°C, though the sea at 18°C will still feel cool to many swimmers. May is the more rounded choice for a spring holiday: afternoons reach 23°C, rain drops to 3 days on average, and there are 10 hours of sunshine. Its 20°C sea is the catch if warm water matters most. Choose earlier spring for comfortable time outdoors, or May for a better balance of warmth and sunshine.
Summer: reliable warmth, with hotter afternoons and warm nights
June offers summer warmth without the highest temperatures: days average 27°C, nights 21°C and the sea 24°C. With just 1 rain day on average, it suits holidays built around swimming and time outdoors. July rises to 29°C, followed by August at 30°C, so plan active outings for mornings and leave room for shade at midday. Both months average 0 rain days, although that is not a promise of entirely dry weather. Nights stay around 24°C, making warm sleeping conditions another consideration when choosing accommodation. August has the warmest sea at 28°C; June and July share the longest sunshine averages at 13 hours.
Autumn and winter: warm water gives way to cooler, wetter days
September still feels like summer, with days at 28°C, sea at 27°C and just 1 rain day on average. October is gentler: both air and sea average 25°C, making it a good compromise for swimming without peak summer heat, though showers become more likely. November stays mild at 21°C by day, with sea at 22°C, but cooler evenings call for a layer. December drops to 17°C, with 10 rain days and 5 hours of sunshine. January and February both average 15°C by day and 11°C at night; January has 10 rain days against February's 8. Winter suits travellers happy to work outdoor plans around showers, rather than those relying on beach weather. Pack a waterproof jacket and warmer evening clothes.
A little more detail
Paphos weather FAQs
Plain answers, grounded in the averages.
What is the best time to visit Paphos?
Judged on warmth, low rainfall and sunshine, the best months in Paphos are July, August and June. August is the hottest month (average high 29.6°C) and January the coolest (14.9°C).
How many months a year is Paphos over 25°C?
4 months in Paphos average a daytime high of 25°C or more, and 7 average 20°C or more.
When is the rainy season in Paphos?
December is the wettest month in Paphos (84 mm on average) and July the driest (1 mm). Annual rainfall averages 363 mm.
What is the hottest temperature recorded in Paphos?
The hottest day recorded in Paphos between 1991 and 2020 reached 40.5°C on 17 May 2020; the coldest fell to 2.3°C on 29 January 2017. Records come from daily data for 1991-2020, not from a single station's all-time history.
When is the sea warmest in Paphos?
August has the warmest sea, averaging 28°C. July and September are close behind at 27°C. If swimming is your priority but you prefer less heat on land, September offers slightly cooler days than the peak summer months.
Is October warm enough for a beach holiday?
October averages 25°C both during the day and in the sea, so it remains a good option for swimming and beach time. The trade-off is less settled weather than summer, with 4 rain days on average. Nights average 20°C.
What should I pack for Paphos in winter?
Pack layers, a waterproof jacket and warmer clothes for evenings. January and February average 15°C by day and 11°C at night, so light summer clothing alone is unlikely to be comfortable. Keep outdoor plans flexible enough to work around rain.
See also: Cyprus weather by month · where else is hot in August
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 Paphos. Sea temperature from the nearest 5 km sea cell, 4.5 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