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Cyprus in January: weather, sea & travel advice

Cyprus in January is especially suited to city breaks and active holidays and hiking. Days are around 16 °C (cool), and the sea is about 18 °C. With about 8 rainy days it is moderate.

Felsküste bei Ayia Napa auf ZypernCyprus · JanuaryPhoto: Jules Verne Times Two · CC BY-SA 4.0

Climate facts

Day
16 °C
Night
12 °C
Sea
18 °C
Rainy days
8 rainy days
Sun
3 h/day
Humidity
71 %

Suitability by travel type

BeachUnsuitable39/100
City breakGood75/100
ActiveGood75/100
FamilyLimited47/100

In favour

  • No particular highlights.

To consider

  • Rather cool at around 16 °C
  • Sea still cool (18 °C)

All months at a glance

Daytime temperature°C
16
J
16
F
19
M
22
A
26
M
31
J
33
J
33
A
31
S
27
O
22
N
17
D
Rainy daysdays
8
J
6
F
4
M
2
A
1
M
0
J
0
J
0
A
1
S
4
O
6
N
8
D

Similar destinations in January

Frequently asked questions

How warm is Cyprus in January?

Daytime highs average around 16 °C, with nights around 12 °C.

Can you swim in Cyprus in January?

The sea is about 18 °C (cold).

Does it rain a lot in Cyprus in January?

On the long-term average, expect about 8 rainy days.

When is the best time to visit Cyprus?

The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.