- Temperature
- 8.5–33.3°C
Updated July 2026 · Sources cited: weather-atlas.com, weather-and-climate.com
Good to know
Good to Know
- July and August are brutally hot with crowds at maximum; consider May, September, or October instead for comfort without extreme heat.
- Winter (Dec–Feb) is mild on the coast but the wettest period; still fine for cultural activities and sightseeing without summer heat.
- Sea temperature drops below comfortable swimming (below 17°C (63°F)) only in February–March; most months allow comfortable swimming.
- Rare snowfall in the city itself; snow is only present at altitude in the Troodos Mountains.
- The rainy season is brief — even in December (wettest month), rain typically falls over discrete days rather than sustained downpours.
- Humidity in summer can make heat feel more intense than the thermometer suggests, especially along the coast.
Snowfall
Rare to none at sea level in Limassol city; not a relevant factor for coastal area planning
Best Months
- Details
- Mild temperatures (17–28°C (63–82°F) / 63–82°F), low rainfall, fewer crowds. April–May ideal for hiking and outdoor exploration. September–October warm enough for swimming with cooler evenings for sightseeing.
- Summary
- April to early June and September to October
Worst Months
- Details
- Extreme heat and crowds. Daily highs 30–35°C (86–95°F), sometimes exceeding 35°C (95°F). Low rainfall but humidity can make heat feel more intense. Peak tourist season.
- Summary
- July to August
Sunshine Hours
- Darkest Month
- December
- Brightest Month
- July
- Darkest Month Daily Hours
- 6.3
- Brightest Month Daily Hours
- 12.9
Annual Rainfall
- Mm
- 303
- Inches
- 12
Sea Temperature
- Coolest Month
- February
- Warmest Month
- August
- Coolest Celsius
- 17.1
- Warmest Celsius
- 28.2
- Coolest Fahrenheit
- 62.8
- Warmest Fahrenheit
- 82.8
- Notes
- Warm enough for swimming June–October; still swimmable into late October
Seasonal Overview
- Spring March To May
- 17–25°C (63–77°F), minimal rain, wildflower blooms. Ideal for sightseeing without extreme heat. Lower crowds.
- Summer June To September
- 25–35°C (77–95°F), very hot and dry, peak crowds and prices. July–August require heat management. Good for beach and water sports.
- Winter December To February
- 8–18°C (46–64°F), cool but mild for a Mediterranean destination. December–January are wettest months but rain showers typically brief. Off-season prices and minimal crowds.
- Autumn September To November
- 20–30°C (68–86°F), warm days but cooling trend. Golden landscapes, fewer crowds. Sea still warm for swimming. Low rainfall.
Rainfall By Season
- Peak Month
- December
- Driest Period
- June to August
- Wettest Period
- December to February
- Peak Month Rainfall Mm
- 100
- Driest Months Rainfall Mm
- 0.9
- Peak Month Rainfall Inches
- 3.94
- Driest Months Rainfall Inches
- 0.04
- Notes
- Rainfall concentrated in winter months (Nov–Mar). Dry season spans March to November.
Climate Classification
Subtropical steppe (Köppen BSh) — moderately hot desert with scarce precipitation
Peak Temperature Range
- Month
- August
- Low Celsius
- 26
- High Celsius
- 33.3
- Low Fahrenheit
- 79
- High Fahrenheit
- 91.9
Annual Temperature Range
- Max Celsius
- 33.3
- Min Celsius
- 8.5
- Max Fahrenheit
- 91.9
- Min Fahrenheit
- 47.3
Off Peak Temperature Range
- Month
- January
- Low Celsius
- 8.5
- High Celsius
- 17.6
- Low Fahrenheit
- 47.3
- High Fahrenheit
- 63.7
AI-generated estimateData refreshed July 2026
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