Cyprus · January
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Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 18° (64°) | 18° (65°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (72°) | 25° (77°) | 29° (83°) | 31° (88°) | 32° (89°) | 30° (86°) | 28° (81°) | 24° (75°) | 20° (68°) |
MINMIN | 10° (50°) | 10° (49°) | 11° (51°) | 13° (56°) | 17° (62°) | 20° (68°) | 23° (73°) | 23° (74°) | 22° (71°) | 19° (65°) | 15° (58°) | 12° (53°) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h | 7h | 8h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 12h | 10h | 8h | 7h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 18° (64°) | 17° (62°) | 17° (63°) | 19° (65°) | 22° (70°) | 25° (76°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (83°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (72°) | 20° (67°) |
🌧Rain Days | 8d90mm (3.5") | 5d48mm (1.9") | 4d34mm (1.3") | 2d25mm (1.0") | 1d11mm (0.4") | 0d2mm (0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d0mm (<0.1") | 0d4mm (0.1") | 2d22mm (0.9") | 4d47mm (1.9") | 7d95mm (3.7") |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
January in Cyprus is on the cool side — with highs around 18°C (64°F) it's less suited for a beach holiday, but good for sightseeing away from the high season.
Daytime temperatures reach up to 18°C (64°F), cooling to 10°C (50°F) at night (daily average: 13°C (55°F)). With 5 sunshine hours per day and 8 rain days (90 mm (3.5 in)), this is one of the cloudier months. At 17°C (63°F), the water is still quite cool in January — a wetsuit may be useful.
Pack warm clothing and sturdy footwear. Cool temperatures make hiking and cultural trips enjoyable — beaches are off the agenda.
Cyprus has the mildest winter in the Mediterranean: beaches in January with a handful of sunbathers, the Troodos Mountains sometimes under snow. No tourist waves, authentic Cypriot cooking in Paphos and Larnaca.
Packing list for Cyprus in January
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- Jumper or fleece
- Sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Light umbrella or rain poncho
- Travel first-aid kit
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is January a good time to visit Cyprus?
- January is not an optimal month for Cyprus (Score: 38/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
- How warm is it in Cyprus in January?
- In January, Cyprus sees daily highs of 18°C (64°F). Nights cool to 10°C (50°F), with a daily average of 13°C (55°F).
- How much rain falls in Cyprus in January?
- In January, Cyprus receives an average of 90 mm (3.5 in) of rain over 8 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Cyprus get in January?
- Cyprus averages 5 sunshine hours per day in January — below the annual average.
- How warm is the water in Cyprus in January?
- Water temperature in Cyprus in January averages 17°C (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.