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Paralimni weather & best time to visit

Sun, sea & sand

Paralimni at a glance

Best time
May – Oct
Warmest month
Aug · 33°
Warmest sea
Aug · 28.3°
Sunshine a year
3,290 h
Rain a year
210 mm
Climate
Dry subtropical
Time zone
UTC+2 / UTC+3
Elevation
81 m

Climate in Paralimni

Paralimni has a dry subtropical climate: mild to warm all year, with very little rain. August is the warmest month with average highs of 33 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 3,290 hours of sunshine a year, Paralimni is very sunny; July is the sunniest month with 12.3 hours a day.

Holiday weather through the year

Best time to visit

Best time to visit Paralimni

The best time to visit Paralimni is from May to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from May to October. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. The wettest month is December with 45 mm of precipitation.

Paralimni through the seasons

How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.

Paralimni in spring

Mar – May

64

Good

  • 19–26 °C by day
  • Sea 19 °C
  • 9.2 h of sun a day
  • 10 rainy days in all

Paralimni in summer

Jun – Aug

96

Excellent

  • 29–33 °C by day
  • Sea 27 °C
  • 12.1 h of sun a day
  • 1 rainy day in all

Paralimni in autumn

Sep – Nov

91

Excellent

  • 23–31 °C by day
  • Sea 25 °C
  • 8.7 h of sun a day
  • 9 rainy days in all

Paralimni in winter

Dec – Feb

30

Poor

  • 17–19 °C by day
  • Sea 18 °C
  • 6.0 h of sun a day
  • 19 rainy days in all

Which month for what?

Beach & swimming

May – Oct

Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry

Sightseeing & hiking

Oct – May

15–28 °C and not too much rain

Find your perfect month

Tell us what you like and we rate every month in Paralimni for you.

Swimming in the sea
Sunshine
Little rain

Your best months: June, September – October

Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.

Your holiday weather, at a glance

Weather in October

Weather in October

99

Holiday weather in October

Excellent

Best time to visit: May – October

Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks

A typical day in October

  1. Morning, 08:00: about 21°
  2. Midday, 13:00: about 27°
  3. Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
  4. Evening, 20:00: about 23°
  5. Night, 23:00: about 22°

06:4918:11

Pleasant evenings; a light layer can help.

Estimated from the average high and low: coolest around sunrise, warmest in mid-afternoon.

Light for photos in October

Golden hour
Morning 06:33–07:23 · evening 17:36–18:26
Blue hour
Morning 06:23–06:33 · evening 18:26–18:36

Golden hour: the sun between 4° below and 6° above the horizon; blue hour: 6° to 4° below it. Times for the 15th of the month; mountains and clouds shift the light.

October in Paralimni compared with home

Home:

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Early or late October?

In October, daytime highs fall from about 29° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea cools from 27° to 24°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.

Early or late October?
October1 Oct31 Oct
Daytime high29°25°
Night-time low20°17°
Sea27°24°
Daylight11.9 h10.8 h

What is the weather like in Paralimni in October?

In October, Paralimni is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Paralimni.

More details for October

Daylight
11 h 22 min06:49 – 18:11
UV index
5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
Muggy days
10 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
Wind
14 km/haverage daily peakAll months
Cloud cover
23 %on averageAll months
Hot days
4 days30 °C or moreAll months
Time zone
UTC+3offset from UTC

How the score comes together

  • Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
  • Seaweight 25 %100 %
  • Sunshineweight 20 %95 %
  • Few rainy daysweight 20 %100 %

Each factor is rated from 0 to 100 % and weighted for the travel style “Sun, sea & sand”.

What to pack in October

  • Swimwear
  • Sunscreen
  • Sunglasses & sun hat
  • Light, breathable clothes

Compare two months in Paralimni

Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.

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October and June bring similar holiday weather to Paralimni (score 99 and 100). In June, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is 1 °C cooler in June. June has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 4 hours longer a day in June.

October vs June, Paralimni
MonthOctoberJune
Holiday weather score99100
Daytime high28°29°
Night-time low19°20°
Sea25.6°24.6°
Sunshine8.7 h12.2 hbetter
Rainy days41better
Rainfall16 mm3 mmbetter
Muggy days10better18

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Paralimni month by month

The typical weather for every month at a glance.

27January17° · Sea 18° · 5.8 h

In January, Paralimni is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 17.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.8 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 42 mm. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in January
31February17° · Sea 17° · 6.7 h

In February, Paralimni is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.8 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 28 mm in total. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in February
38March19° · Sea 17° · 7.8 h

In March, Paralimni is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 17.2 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. The sun shines for around 7.8 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 18 mm in total. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in March
63April22° · Sea 18° · 9.1 h

In April, Paralimni is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 13 °C. The sea averages 18.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.1 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, April is a good month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in April
90May26° · Sea 21° · 10.7 h

In May, Paralimni is warm: daytime highs average 26 °C, and nights cool down to about 17 °C. The sea averages 21.1 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 3 days bring 12 mm in total. All in all, May is an excellent month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in May
100June29° · Sea 25° · 12.2 h

In June, Paralimni is hot: daytime highs average 29 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 24.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.2 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 11 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, June is an excellent month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in June
96July32° · Sea 27° · 12.3 h

In July, Paralimni is hot: daytime highs average 32 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 23 °C. The sea averages 27.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 29 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, July is an excellent month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in July
92August33° · Sea 28° · 11.7 h

In August, Paralimni is hot: daytime highs average 33 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 24 °C. The sea averages 28.3 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.7 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. The thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more every day. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in August
100September31° · Sea 28° · 10.4 h

In September, Paralimni is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 27.6 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 22 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, September is an excellent month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in September
99October28° · Sea 26° · 8.7 h

In October, Paralimni is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming. The sun shines for around 8.7 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 16 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in October
75November23° · Sea 23° · 7.1 h

In November, Paralimni is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 15 °C. The sea averages 22.5 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.1 hours a day. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 24 mm in total. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in November
33December19° · Sea 20° · 5.6 h

In December, Paralimni is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.6 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.6 hours of sunshine a day. Rain falls on about 7 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Paralimni.

Paralimni in December

Climate in detail

Year & climate table

Climate through the year

Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.

Best time to visit

Nights and sleep in Paralimni

How warm the nights get in each month, from the mean night-time low. Tap a month for details.

  • Cool 8–15°
  • Pleasant 15–20°
  • Warm 20–24°
  • Hot 24° and more
  • muggy month (15+ muggy days)

PleasantOctober: nights around 19°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 10 days (dew point 18 °C or more).

The coolest nights are in February (9°), the warmest in August (24°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from June to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) in May and from October to November. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 114 days a year, mostly from June to September.

Temperatures through the year

Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.

OctoberDay 28°Night 19°Sea 26°
DayNightSea
MonthScoreDayNightSeaSunRain daysRain mm
JanuaryJan2717°10°17.5°5.8 h742
FebruaryFeb3117°9°16.8°6.7 h528
MarchMar3819°11°17.2°7.8 h418
AprilApr6322°13°18.4°9.1 h316
MayMay9026°17°21.1°10.7 h312
JuneJun10029°20°24.6°12.2 h13
JulyJul9632°23°27.3°12.3 h01
AugustAug9233°24°28.3°11.7 h01
SeptemberSep10031°22°27.6°10.4 h15
OctoberOct9928°19°25.6°8.7 h416
NovemberNov7523°15°22.5°7.1 h524
DecemberDec3319°11°19.6°5.6 h745

Climate averages 1996–2025 (sunshine partly WMO station normals 1991–2020), not a forecast. Data: Copernicus ERA5 / ERA5-Land via Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0), NOAA OISST, WMO 1991–2020 (NOAA NCEI), GeoNames (CC BY 4.0). Sources & licences

35.04° N, 33.98° E · 81 m · Asia/Famagusta

Sea temperature
Swimming calendar

Sea temperature in Paralimni

Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.

Sea in October25.6°Cpleasant

8 in 10 years: 24.5 – 26.5 °C

Swimming season: May – Nov

  • cold
  • fresh
  • refreshing
  • pleasant
  • warm
  • very warm
OctoberMean sea temperature 25.6°8 in 10 years 24.5° – 26.5°
20°
Mean sea temperature8 in 10 years20 °C – comfortable for swimming

The sea temperature in Paralimni ranges from 16.8 °C in February to 28.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

From December to January the sea is even warmer than the afternoon air. The sea temperature varies from year to year: in August, eight out of ten years were between 27.6 and 29.0 °C.

Sea temperature by month
MonthAverageCool yearWarm yearFeels
JanuaryJan17.5°16.6°18.4°fresh
FebruaryFeb16.8°16.0°17.6°cold
MarchMar17.2°16.5°17.9°fresh
AprilApr18.4°17.7°19.2°fresh
MayMay21.1°20.4°22.1°refreshing
JuneJun24.6°23.7°25.1°pleasant
JulyJul27.3°26.5°27.9°warm
AugustAug28.3°27.6°29.0°warm
SeptemberSep27.6°26.8°28.4°warm
OctoberOct25.6°24.5°26.5°pleasant
NovemberNov22.5°21.3°23.6°refreshing
DecemberDec19.6°18.7°20.5°fresh
Sunshine
Sunshine

Sunshine hours in Paralimni

Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
3,290 hours
Sunniest month
Jul · 12.3 h a day
Least sunshine
Dec · 5.6 h a day
OctoberSunshine 8.7 hDaylight 11.4 hShare of daylight 76 %
SunshineDaylight

In October, the sun shines for about 8.7 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Paralimni, 76 % of the daylight hours.

Sunshine hours: estimated from radiation data (ERA5, 1996–2025) and calibrated against measured station values; no weather station is close enough here. Daylight is the time from sunrise to sunset on the 15th of the month.

Rain
Rain

Rain in Paralimni: rainy days and rainfall

A rainy day is a day with at least 1 mm of rain or snow; the amount is what falls in the whole month. Tap a month to select it.

Per year
210 mm on 40 days
Wettest month
Dec · 45 mm
Driest month
Aug · 1 mm
OctoberRainy days 4Rainfall 16 mm

In October, Paralimni has about 4 rainy days with 16 mm of rain in total.

UV index
Sun protection

UV index in Paralimni

How strong the sun is at noon, month by month, and how quickly unprotected skin burns.

Clear-sky UV in October
5 · moderateAround midday seek shade; use sunscreen, a hat and sunglasses.

The sun is strongest in June (UV 11).

Minutes until sunburn in October

Very fair skin
about 25 min
Fair skin
about 30 min
Light brown skin
about 45 min
Olive skin
about 55 min

Rough guide for unprotected skin at noon under a clear sky; clouds lengthen the time, water, sand and snow shorten it. Sunscreen extends the time only partly.

Monthly values: clear-sky noon estimate from the sun's angle, ozone and altitude. UV today: Open-Meteo forecast.

Wind & clouds
Wind & clouds

Wind and clouds in Paralimni

How breezy and how cloudy Paralimni is through the year. Tap a month to select it on the whole page.

Wind

Typical daily peak of the wind in km/h: what the afternoon breeze usually reaches, not the gusts.

Year average
17 km/h · gentle breeze
Windiest month
Jan · 18 km/h
Calmest month
Oct · 14 km/h
OctoberWind 14 km/hBeaufort 3
20
WindBeaufort 4

In October, the wind in Paralimni typically peaks at 14 km/h during the day: Beaufort 3, gentle breeze.

Breezy months for windsurfing and kiting

The daily breeze rarely reaches Beaufort 4 (20 km/h), so wind sports depend on single windy days.

Clouds

Average share of the sky covered by cloud, day and night.

Year average
25 % · mostly sunny
Clearest month
Jul · 3 %
Cloudiest month
Dec · 45 %
OctoberCloud cover 23 %Sunshine 8.7 h

In October, cloud covers on average 23 % of the sky over Paralimni: mostly sunny, with about 8.7 hours of sunshine a day.

Wind: mean daily maximum of the hourly wind 10 m above ground (ERA5, 1996–2025). Gusts are stronger, and the model grid of about 28 km smooths out local effects such as capes and valley winds. Clouds: mean total cloud cover of all layers over day and night (ERA5, 1996–2025). Thin high cloud counts as cover even when the sun still shines through.

Heat & humidity
Heat & humidity

Heat and humidity in Paralimni

How often the day gets hot in Paralimni (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.

Hot days a year
98 days
Hottest month
Aug · 33 °C
Hot months
Jul – Sep

Heat calendar

  • pleasant
  • some hot or muggy days
  • often muggy
  • often hot
  • hot and muggy
OctoberHot days (30 °C+) 4Daytime high 28 °C

In October, Paralimni has about 4 hot days, with an average daytime high of 28 °C: some hot or muggy days. Single hot or muggy days are possible; a hat and water bottle are enough.

Hot days reach at least 30 °C; a month counts as muggy when the mean dew point reaches 18 °C on at least 15 days. Averages from ERA5 and ERA5-Land, 1996–2025. Muggy nights through the year

Planning a trip to Paralimni

Weather for your travel dates

Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.

Paralimni in the school holidays

How the weather suits the usual holiday periods. Dates vary by school and region, so each holiday uses the months it usually falls in.

Paralimni has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 99) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 30).

  • Easter holidays

    Mar – Apr

    55

    Fair

    • 21 °C by day
    • Sea 18 °C
    • 8.7 h of sun a day
    • 4 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

  • May half-term

    May – Jun

    92

    Excellent

    • 27 °C by day
    • Sea 22 °C
    • 11.0 h of sun a day
    • 2 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Summer holidays

    Jul – Aug

    93

    Excellent

    • 32 °C by day
    • Sea 28 °C
    • 11.9 h of sun a day
    • 0 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming

  • October half-term

    Oct

    99

    ExcellentBest holidays

    • 28 °C by day
    • Sea 26 °C
    • 8.7 h of sun a day
    • 4 rainy days a month

    Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks

  • Christmas holidays

    Dec – Jan

    30

    Poor

    • 18 °C by day
    • Sea 19 °C
    • 5.7 h of sun a day
    • 7 rainy days a month

    Good for: Sightseeing & walks

Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.

Getting there

Flying from

Nonstop flight
about 4 h 30 min
Distance
3,290 km
Time zone
UTC+3
Jet lag
Hardly any (under 3 h)

Estimated from the straight-line distance: 30 minutes for take-off and landing plus 830 km/h cruising speed.

Good to know: Cyprus

Currency
Euro (EUR)
Languages
Greek, Turkish
Sockets
Type G · 240 V
Traffic
Drives on the left
Dialling code
+357
Emergency number
112

UK plugs fit

Sources: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0). Please check details before you travel.

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Paralimni vs Ayia Napa

In October the holiday weather in Paralimni and Ayia Napa is about equally good (score 99 vs 99). During the day it is about as warm in Ayia Napa as in Paralimni. The sea is about equally warm.

Paralimni vs Ayia Napa, in October
in OctoberParalimniAyia Napa
Holiday weather score9999
Daytime high28°28°
Sea26°26°
Sunshine9 h9 h
Rainy days44
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In October, Paralimni ranks 5 of 12 destinations in this country.

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  4. 4Pegeia26°25°100
  5. 5ParalimniThis page28°26°99
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  7. 7Protaras28°26°99
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Frequently asked questions about Paralimni

When is the best time to visit Paralimni?

The best time to visit Paralimni is from May to October. That is when the holiday weather score, which combines temperature, sea, sunshine and rain, is highest.

How warm is the sea in Paralimni?

The sea temperature in Paralimni ranges from 16.8 °C in February to 28.3 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.

Can you swim in Paralimni in October?

Yes. In October the sea averages 25.6 °C – pleasant for swimming.

What is the warmest month in Paralimni?

August is the warmest month, with average highs of 33 °C and nights around 24 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.

When does it rain most in Paralimni?

The wettest month is December with 45 mm of precipitation. The driest month is August with 1 mm.

How many hours of sunshine does Paralimni get?

Paralimni gets around 3,290 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is July with 12.3 hours a day; in December there are 5.6 hours a day.

What time zone is Paralimni in?

Paralimni is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.

How long is the flight from London to Paralimni?

A nonstop flight from London to Paralimni takes about 4 h 30 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,290 km.

Which school holidays are best for Paralimni?

Paralimni has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 99) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 30). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 55, May half-term 92, summer holidays 93, October half-term 99, Christmas holidays 30.