Protaras weather by month

When to go to Protaras

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 (66 mm, about 8 rainy days) and July the driest (0 mm). The sea is warmest in August at 28.3°C and coolest in February at 16.7°C.

Getting there

A direct flight from London Gatwick to Larnaca International Airport (LCA, 42 km from Protaras) takes roughly 4 h 48 min - mid-haul (4.5-7 h) by UK standards. Time-zone: Asia/Famagusta.

Records and extremes, 1991-2020

The hottest day recorded in Protaras between 1991 and 2020 reached 38.2°C on 31 August 2020; the coldest fell to 3.3°C on 1 February 2017. In August one day in ten tops 31.0°C and about 17% of days pass 30°C; in January one night in ten drops to 9.6°C or below. The wettest single month of the period was December 1991 with 245 mm, against a December average of 66 mm.

Spring: mild days give way to swimming weather

March is better for being outdoors than lingering in the sea: daytime temperatures average 17°C, and the water is also 17°C. Bring a layer for evenings and something for showers. April feels milder at 19°C by day, with just 2 rain days on average, although the sea remains cool at 18°C. May is the more convincing choice for a mix of swimming and comfortable daytime outings. Days reach 22°C, the sea rises to 21°C and rain becomes uncommon. Its 11 hours of sunshine make sun protection important even without midsummer temperatures. Choose later spring if you want warmth without the warmest nights.

Summer: reliable warmth, with little relief at night

June offers a useful balance for a beach-focused trip: average days reach 26°C and the sea is 24°C, with 14 hours of sunshine. July turns warmer, bringing 28°C days and a 27°C sea. August is the hottest month, averaging 29°C by day, with water at 28°C. The catch is the overnight warmth: July and August both average 26°C at night, so consider how well your room will stay cool. Plan active outings for mornings and leave room for shade at midday. Summer rain days average 0, making this the clearest choice for outdoor plans, though that is not a guarantee of dry weather.

Autumn and winter: warm seas linger, then rain matters more

September still feels summery, with 27°C days, a 28°C sea and just 1 rain day on average. October remains a strong swimming option: the sea holds at 26°C while days ease to 25°C, though showers become more likely. November is a cooler compromise, with 21°C days and water at 22°C; pack an evening layer and allow for wet spells. December brings 17°C days and 8 rain days, so outdoor plans need more flexibility. January and February both average 15°C by day and 13°C at night, with the sea at 17°C. January averages 8 rain days against February's 6. These months suit travellers content with mild daytime weather rather than dependable beach warmth; take layers and a waterproof, and treat swimming as a cool-water choice.