Weather in Paphos in April

How April compares

April is the 8th warmest month of the year in Paphos and ranks 76th of 134 destinations we compare for April - see where else is hot in April. Within Cyprus it is 5th of 7 (Cyprus in April). Against London's average high of 13.5°C in April, Paphos is 5.9°C warmer by day and 9.2°C warmer at night.

Daytime and night-time in April

The typical April day in Paphos peaks at 19.4°C, but that is an average: the warmest 10% of days reach 23.1°C or more. Roughly 1 in 23 days top 25°C. Nights average 14.3°C; one night in ten drops to 11.8°C or lower, so pack a layer for evenings - it is genuinely cool after dark. Between 1991 and 2020 the hottest April day here reached 28.3°C (2018-04-26) and the coldest night 7.6°C (1997-04-10).

Rain in April

Some rain (4-8 rainy days): about 5 days with 1 mm or more, 21 mm in total. Year to year it varies a lot - the wettest April was 2000 with 65 mm, the driest 2008 with 2 mm. Humidity averages 72%.

Sea temperature in April

The sea averages 17.7°C - too cold for most (under 18°c). Depending on the year it ranges from 16.9°C to 18.5°C. For the warmest sea here, come in August (28.0°C).

Sunshine and daylight

Around 8.5 hours of sunshine a day (estimated from cloud cover), 12.9 hours of daylight: the sun rises about 06:18 and sets about 19:22 local time in mid-April. Average cloud cover is 34%.

Is April a good time to visit Paphos?

It is a reasonable choice: mild days. The best months for Paphos on our scoring are July, August, June; months averaging 25°C or more: Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep.

Mild days, cooler evenings

Expect weather that suits walking and spending time outside more than lying around in strong heat. Paphos is warmer than London in April, where daytime highs average 13.5°C, but it is not reliably hot. Only 4% of days reach 25°C, so pack for mild conditions rather than assuming summer weather. Nights average around 14°C, and the coldest 10% fall to roughly 12°C or below. A jumper or light jacket will be useful if you plan to sit outside after dark. Lighter clothes make sense during warmer parts of the day, with layers to adjust as temperatures drop. This month suits travellers who prefer gentle warmth and do not need hot evenings.

Useful sunshine, but a cold sea

There is plenty of daylight for flexible plans: April averages 8.5 hours of sunshine within 12.9 hours of daylight. That leaves room to enjoy sunny spells without making every outdoor plan depend on clear skies. About 5 days have measurable rain, so bring a light waterproof and leave some flexibility in your schedule. Rain is a consideration, not a reason on its own to rule the month out. The bigger compromise for a beach-focused trip is the sea. At 17.7°C on average, it is cold rather than comfortably swimmable. If you dislike cold water, treat time by the coast as a chance to sit out or walk, rather than planning around long swims.