Is March a good time to visit Cyprus?

March is not an optimal month for Cyprus (Score: 62/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.

How warm is it in Cyprus in March?

In March, 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 March?

In March, Cyprus receives an average of 34 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.

How many sunshine hours does Cyprus get in March?

Cyprus averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.

How warm is the water in Cyprus in March?

Water temperature in Cyprus in March averages 17°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.

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Climate Overview

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Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.

March in Cyprus at 20°C is too cool for a beach holiday, but suitable for sightseeing and hiking. The best travel months are May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.

Daytime temperatures reach up to 20°C, cooling to 11°C at night (daily average: 15°C). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 34 mm total. At 17°C, the water is still quite cool in March — a wetsuit may be useful.

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

Frühling: Wildblumen überall, die archäologischen Stätten von Kourion und Paphos ohne Hitzeschlacht. Erste Bademöglichkeiten im Mai, die Aphrodite-Felsen-Küste in Frühlingsfarben.

Packing list for Cyprus in March

Langarmhemden und leichte Hosen
Leichte Jacke
Sonnencreme LSF 50
Sonnenbrille
Sonnenhut
Kleiner Regenschirm (vereinzelte Schauer möglich)
Reiseapotheke

Frequently Asked Questions

Is March a good time to visit Cyprus?: March is not an optimal month for Cyprus (Score: 62/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
How warm is it in Cyprus in March?: In March, 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 March?: In March, Cyprus receives an average of 34 mm of rain over 4 rain days. That is comparatively dry.
How many sunshine hours does Cyprus get in March?: Cyprus averages 8 sunshine hours per day in March — close to the annual average.
How warm is the water in Cyprus in March?: Water temperature in Cyprus in March averages 17°C — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.