Is December a good time to visit Cyprus?

December is not an optimal month for Cyprus (Score: 44/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.

How warm is it in Cyprus in December?

In December, Cyprus sees daily highs of 20°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 15°C.

How much rain falls in Cyprus in December?

In December, Cyprus receives an average of 95 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.

How many sunshine hours does Cyprus get in December?

Cyprus averages 5 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.

How warm is the water in Cyprus in December?

Water temperature in Cyprus in December averages 19°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.

Cyprus · December

Low season

Cyprus · Europe

Max Temp

19.8°C

Min Temp

11.3°C

Sunshine

5.1 h/day

Rain Days

7 days

Water Temp

19.4°C

Rainfall

94.9 mm

Humidity

68%

Avg Temp

15.3°C

Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.

December in Cyprus is on the cool side — with highs around 20°C it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.

Daytime temperatures reach up to 20°C, cooling to 11°C at night (daily average: 15°C). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 7 rain days (95 mm), this is one of the cloudier months. The sea is 19°C — refreshing and manageable for confident swimmers.

A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.

Zyperns mildester Winter im Mittelmeer: Strände im Januar mit wenigen Sonnbadenden, die Troodos-Berge manchmal mit Schnee. Keine Touristenwellen, authentische zypriotische Küche in Paphos und Larnaka.

Packing list for Cyprus in December

Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
Leichte Jacke
Badezeug (Wasser ist noch etwas frisch)
Sonnencreme
Sonnenbrille
Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
Reiseapotheke

Frequently Asked Questions

Is December a good time to visit Cyprus?: December is not an optimal month for Cyprus (Score: 44/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
How warm is it in Cyprus in December?: In December, Cyprus sees daily highs of 20°C. Nights cool to 11°C, with a daily average of 15°C.
How much rain falls in Cyprus in December?: In December, Cyprus receives an average of 95 mm of rain over 7 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
How many sunshine hours does Cyprus get in December?: Cyprus averages 5 sunshine hours per day in December — below the annual average.
How warm is the water in Cyprus in December?: Water temperature in Cyprus in December averages 19°C — refreshing but slightly cool for sensitive swimmers.