Cyprus · March
Low seasonCyprus · Europe
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ø day, ↑ warmestØ day↑ warmest | 18° (64°)21° (70°) | 18° (64°)22° (72°) | 20° (68°)25° (77°) | 23° (73°)27° (81°) | 25° (77°)30° (86°) | 29° (84°)33° (91°) | 31° (88°)33° (91°) | 32° (90°)33° (91°) | 30° (86°)32° (90°) | 28° (82°)30° (86°) | 24° (75°)27° (81°) | 20° (68°)23° (73°) |
Ø night, ↓ coldestØ night↓ coldest | 10° (50°)4° (39°) | 10° (50°)5° (41°) | 11° (52°)6° (43°) | 13° (55°)9° (48°) | 17° (63°)12° (54°) | 20° (68°)16° (61°) | 23° (73°)19° (66°) | 23° (73°)20° (68°) | 22° (72°)18° (64°) | 19° (66°)15° (59°) | 15° (59°)11° (52°) | 12° (54°)6° (43°) |
☀️Sunshine | 5h | 7h | 8h | 10h | 11h | 12h | 13h | 12h | 10h | 8h | 7h | 6h |
🌊Water Temp | 18° (64°) | 17° (63°) | 17° (63°) | 19° (66°) | 22° (72°) | 25° (77°) | 27° (81°) | 28° (82°) | 27° (81°) | 25° (77°) | 23° (73°) | 20° (68°) |
🌧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 monthØ = average · ↑ warmest day · ↓ coldest nightClimate data 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
March in Cyprus at 20°C (68°F) 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 highs average 20°C (68°F), cooling to 11°C (52°F) at night (daily average: 16°C (61°F)). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F). The sun shines an average of 8 hours per day; there are 4 rain days with 34 mm (1.3 in) total. At 17°C (63°F), 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 comfortably at this time of year.
Spring: wildflowers everywhere, the archaeological sites of Kourion and Paphos without battling the heat. The first chance to swim comes in May, and the coast around Aphrodite's Rock is in spring colours.
Packing list for Cyprus in March
- Long-sleeved shirts and light trousers
- Light jacket
- SPF 50 sunscreen
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Small umbrella (occasional showers possible)
- Travel first-aid kit
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 (68°F). Nights cool to 11°C (52°F), with a daily average of 16°C (61°F). Peaks reach around 25°C (77°F), the coldest nights around 6°C (43°F).
- How much rain falls in Cyprus in March?
- In March, Cyprus receives an average of 34 mm (1.3 in) 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 (63°F) — still quite cool — a wetsuit may be useful.