AI-generatedPolis at a glance
- Best time
- May – Oct
- Warmest month
- Aug · 31°
- Warmest sea
- Aug · 28.2°
- Sunshine a year
- 3,350 h
- Rain a year
- 279 mm
- Climate
- Mediterranean
- Time zone
- UTC+2 / UTC+3
- Elevation
- 32 m
Climate in Polis
Polis has a Mediterranean climate with warm to hot, dry summers and mild, wetter winters. August is the warmest month with average highs of 31 °C, while January is the coolest at 17 °C. With around 3,350 hours of sunshine a year, Polis is very sunny; June is the sunniest month with 12.4 hours a day.
Holiday weather through the year
Best time to visit Polis
The best time to visit Polis is from May to October. For a beach holiday – sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry – go from June to November. For sightseeing, day trips and hiking, conditions are most comfortable from October to May. The wettest month is January with 64 mm of precipitation.
Polis through the seasons
How the weather changes over the seasons, with averages for each.
Polis in spring
Mar – May
Good
- 19–25 °C by day
- Sea 19 °C
- 9.4 h of sun a day
- 14 rainy days in all
Polis in summer
Jun – Aug
Excellent
- 28–31 °C by day
- Sea 27 °C
- 12.1 h of sun a day
- 1 rainy day in all
Polis in autumn
Sep – Nov
Excellent
- 23–30 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 10 rainy days in all
Polis in winter
Dec – Feb
Poor
- 17–19 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 6.2 h of sun a day
- 27 rainy days in all
Which month for what?
Beach & swimming
Jun – Nov
Sea from 21 °C, warm and mostly dry
Sightseeing & hiking
Oct – May
15–28 °C and not too much rain
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Your best months: June, September – October
Based on the climate averages; tap a month to see its details.
Weather in October
Weather in October
Holiday weather in October
Excellent
Best time to visit: May – October
Where to go in OctoberSea temperature in October
Good forBeach & swimmingSightseeing & walks
A typical day in October
- Morning, 08:00: about 20°
- Midday, 13:00: about 27°
- Afternoon, 16:00: about 27°
- Evening, 20:00: about 23°
- Night, 23:00: about 21°
06:5518:17
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 06:39–07:29 · evening 17:43–18:32
- Blue hour
- Morning 06:30–06:39 · evening 18:32–18:42
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 Polis compared with home
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Early or late October?
In October, daytime highs fall from about 28° at the start of the month to 25° at the end. The sea cools from 26° to 23°. The days get 1.0 h shorter.
| October | 1 Oct | 31 Oct |
|---|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28° | 25° |
| Night-time low | 19° | 16° |
| Sea | 26° | 23° |
| Daylight | 11.9 h | 10.8 h |
What is the weather like in Polis in October?
In October, Polis is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 15 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Polis.
More details for October
- Daylight
- 11 h 22 min06:55 – 18:17
- UV index
- 5 · moderateclear sky, noon (estimate)All months
- Muggy days
- 9 daysdew point 18 °C or moreAll months
- Wind
- 13 km/haverage daily peakAll months
- Cloud cover
- 22 %on averageAll months
- Hot days
- 2 days30 °C or moreAll months
- Time zone
- UTC+3offset from UTC
How the score comes together
- Temperatureweight 35 %100 %
- Seaweight 25 %100 %
- Sunshineweight 20 %100 %
- 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 Polis
Pick two months to see how the weather differs. A tick marks the clearly better value; for temperatures it depends on your plans.
October and June bring similar holiday weather to Polis (score 100 and 100). In June, days are 1 °C warmer than in October. The sea is about as warm in both months. June has 3 fewer rainy days. The sun shines 3 hours longer a day in June.
| Month | October | June |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 100 | 100 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 28° |
| Night-time low | 18° | 19° |
| Sea | 24.8° | 24.5° |
| Sunshine | 9.0 h | 12.4 hbetter |
| Rainy days | 4 | 1better |
| Rainfall | 15 mm | 3 mmbetter |
| Muggy days | 9better | 20 |
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Polis month by month
The typical weather for every month at a glance.
23January17° · Sea 17° · 5.9 h
In January, Polis is mild: daytime highs average 17 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 17.4 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 10 rainy days and 64 mm in total. All in all, January is not an ideal month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in January27February18° · Sea 17° · 6.8 h
In February, Polis is mild: daytime highs average 18 °C, and nights cool down to about 9 °C. The sea averages 16.7 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 6.8 hours a day. Rain falls on about 8 days, adding up to 45 mm. All in all, February is not an ideal month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in February34March19° · Sea 17° · 8.0 h
In March, Polis is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 10 °C. The sea averages 16.9 °C – swimming is only for the hardy. The sun shines for around 8.0 hours a day. Rain falls on about 6 days, adding up to 32 mm. All in all, March is not an ideal month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in March59April22° · Sea 18° · 9.3 h
In April, Polis is warm: daytime highs average 22 °C, and nights cool down to about 12 °C. The sea averages 18.1 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. With around 9.3 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 5 days bring 20 mm in total. All in all, April is a so-so month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in April89May25° · Sea 21° · 10.9 h
In May, Polis is warm: daytime highs average 25 °C, and nights cool down to about 16 °C. The sea averages 20.9 °C – refreshing for a swim. With around 10.9 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 Polis.
Polis in May100June28° · Sea 25° · 12.4 h
In June, Polis is hot: daytime highs average 28 °C, and nights cool down to about 19 °C. The sea averages 24.5 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 12.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 7 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 Polis.
Polis in June100July31° · Sea 27° · 12.4 h
In July, Polis is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 21 °C. The sea averages 27.4 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 12.4 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 20 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 Polis.
Polis in July99August31° · Sea 28° · 11.6 h
In August, Polis is hot: daytime highs average 31 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 22 °C. The sea averages 28.2 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 11.6 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 25 days the thermometer climbs to 30 °C or more. The air is often humid and muggy. All in all, August is an excellent month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in August100September30° · Sea 27° · 10.5 h
In September, Polis is hot: daytime highs average 30 °C, and even at night it stays warm at around 20 °C. The sea averages 27.0 °C – lovely and warm for swimming. With around 10.5 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. It hardly ever rains. On about 12 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 Polis.
Polis in September100October27° · Sea 25° · 9.0 h
In October, Polis is hot: daytime highs average 27 °C, and nights cool down to about 18 °C. The sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming. With around 9.0 hours of sunshine a day, there is plenty of sun. Rain is rare: about 4 days bring 15 mm in total. All in all, October is an excellent month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in October76November23° · Sea 22° · 7.4 h
In November, Polis is warm: daytime highs average 23 °C, and nights cool down to about 14 °C. The sea averages 22.2 °C – refreshing for a swim. The sun shines for around 7.4 hours a day. Rain falls on about 5 days, adding up to 26 mm. All in all, November is a good month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in November33December19° · Sea 20° · 5.9 h
In December, Polis is mild: daytime highs average 19 °C, and nights cool down to about 11 °C. The sea averages 19.5 °C – bracing, so a wetsuit helps for longer swims. Expect around 5.9 hours of sunshine a day. Rain is frequent, with about 9 rainy days and 58 mm in total. All in all, December is not an ideal month for a holiday in Polis.
Polis in DecemberClimate in detail
Year & climate table
Climate through the year
Long-term monthly averages. Tap a month to see its details.
Nights and sleep in Polis
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°
- muggy month (15+ muggy days)
PleasantOctober: nights around 18°. Ideal for sleeping, often with the window open. Muggy on about 9 days (dew point 18 °C or more).
The coolest nights are in February (9°), the warmest in August (22°). Tropical nights of 20 °C and more are the rule from July to September; then air conditioning or a fan helps you sleep. Nights are pleasant for sleeping (15 to 20 °C) from May to June and in October. It is muggy (dew point 18 °C or more) on about 117 days a year, mostly from June to September.
Temperatures through the year
Average daytime high, night-time low and sea temperature per month.
| Month | Score | Day | Night | Sea | Sun | Rain days | Rain mm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 23 | 17° | 9° | 17.4° | 5.9 h | 10 | 64 |
| FebruaryFeb | 27 | 18° | 9° | 16.7° | 6.8 h | 8 | 45 |
| MarchMar | 34 | 19° | 10° | 16.9° | 8.0 h | 6 | 32 |
| AprilApr | 59 | 22° | 12° | 18.1° | 9.3 h | 5 | 20 |
| MayMay | 89 | 25° | 16° | 20.9° | 10.9 h | 3 | 12 |
| JuneJun | 100 | 28° | 19° | 24.5° | 12.4 h | 1 | 3 |
| JulyJul | 100 | 31° | 21° | 27.4° | 12.4 h | 0 | 0 |
| AugustAug | 99 | 31° | 22° | 28.2° | 11.6 h | 0 | 1 |
| SeptemberSep | 100 | 30° | 20° | 27.0° | 10.5 h | 1 | 4 |
| OctoberOct | 100 | 27° | 18° | 24.8° | 9.0 h | 4 | 15 |
| NovemberNov | 76 | 23° | 14° | 22.2° | 7.4 h | 5 | 26 |
| DecemberDec | 33 | 19° | 11° | 19.5° | 5.9 h | 9 | 58 |
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
35.03° N, 32.43° E · 32 m · Asia/Nicosia
Sea temperature
Sea temperature in Polis
Monthly sea surface temperature with the range of cooler and warmer years.
8 in 10 years: 23.8 – 25.7 °C
Swimming season: May – Nov
- cold
- fresh
- refreshing
- pleasant
- warm
- very warm
The sea temperature in Polis ranges from 16.7 °C in February to 28.2 °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 28.8 °C.
| Month | Average | Cool year | Warm year | Feels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JanuaryJan | 17.4° | 16.6° | 18.5° | fresh |
| FebruaryFeb | 16.7° | 16.1° | 17.3° | cold |
| MarchMar | 16.9° | 16.1° | 17.6° | cold |
| AprilApr | 18.1° | 17.5° | 18.8° | fresh |
| MayMay | 20.9° | 20.1° | 21.6° | refreshing |
| JuneJun | 24.5° | 23.6° | 25.2° | pleasant |
| JulyJul | 27.4° | 26.5° | 28.0° | warm |
| AugustAug | 28.2° | 27.6° | 28.8° | warm |
| SeptemberSep | 27.0° | 26.2° | 27.9° | warm |
| OctoberOct | 24.8° | 23.8° | 25.7° | pleasant |
| NovemberNov | 22.2° | 20.9° | 23.4° | refreshing |
| DecemberDec | 19.5° | 18.5° | 20.5° | fresh |
Sunshine
Sunshine hours in Polis
Average hours of bright sunshine per day, next to the length of the day. Tap a month to select it.
In October, the sun shines for about 9.0 of 11.4 hours of daylight in Polis, 79 % 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 in Polis: 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.
In October, Polis has about 4 rainy days with 15 mm of rain in total.
UV index
UV index in Polis
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 60 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 and clouds in Polis
How breezy and how cloudy Polis 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.
In October, the wind in Polis typically peaks at 13 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.
In October, cloud covers on average 22 % of the sky over Polis: mostly sunny, with about 9.0 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 and humidity in Polis
How often the day gets hot in Polis (30 °C and more), and in which months heat and humidity come together. Tap a month to select it.
Heat calendar
- pleasant
- some hot or muggy days
- often muggy
- often hot
- hot and muggy
In October, Polis has about 2 hot days, with an average daytime high of 27 °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 Polis
Weather for your travel dates
Pick your arrival and length of stay, and we sum up the weather to expect.
Polis 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.
Polis has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 28).
- 52
Easter holidays
Mar – Apr
Fair
- 21 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 8.9 h of sun a day
- 5 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 91
May half-term
May – Jun
Excellent
- 26 °C by day
- Sea 22 °C
- 11.2 h of sun a day
- 2 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
- 99
Summer holidays
Jul – Aug
Excellent
- 31 °C by day
- Sea 28 °C
- 11.9 h of sun a day
- 0 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming
- 100
October half-term
Oct
ExcellentBest holidays
- 27 °C by day
- Sea 25 °C
- 9.0 h of sun a day
- 4 rainy days a month
Good for: Beach & swimming, Sightseeing & walks
- 28
Christmas holidays
Dec – Jan
Poor
- 18 °C by day
- Sea 18 °C
- 5.9 h of sun a day
- 9 rainy days a month
Good for: Sightseeing & walks
Based on the climate averages 1996–2025.
Getting there
Flying from
- Nonstop flight
- about 4 h 20 min
- Distance
- 3,190 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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Polis vs Pegeia
In October the holiday weather in Polis and Pegeia is about equally good (score 100 vs 100). During the day Pegeia is 1 °C cooler than Polis. The sea is about equally warm.
| in October | Polis | Pegeia |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday weather score | 100 | 100 |
| Daytime high | 27° | 26° |
| Sea | 25° | 25° |
| Sunshine | 9 h | 9 h |
| Rainy days | 4 | 4 |
| Best time | May – Oct | Jun – Oct |
Through the year
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In October, Polis ranks 1 of 12 destinations in this country.
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Frequently asked questions about Polis
When is the best time to visit Polis?
The best time to visit Polis 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 Polis?
The sea temperature in Polis ranges from 16.7 °C in February to 28.2 °C in August. It is warm enough for a comfortable swim (20 °C and more) from May to November.
Can you swim in Polis in October?
Yes. In October the sea averages 24.8 °C – pleasant for swimming.
What is the warmest month in Polis?
August is the warmest month, with average highs of 31 °C and nights around 22 °C. January is the coolest month at 17 °C.
When does it rain most in Polis?
The wettest month is January with 64 mm of precipitation. The driest month is July with 0 mm.
How many hours of sunshine does Polis get?
Polis gets around 3,350 hours of sunshine a year. The sunniest month is June with 12.4 hours a day; in January there are 5.9 hours a day.
What time zone is Polis in?
Polis is on UTC+2 in January and UTC+3 in July.
How long is the flight from London to Polis?
A nonstop flight from London to Polis takes about 4 h 20 min, for a straight-line distance of about 3,190 km.
Which school holidays are best for Polis?
Polis has its best school-holiday weather during October half-term (score 100) and its weakest during the Christmas holidays (score 28). Holiday ratings (0–100): Easter holidays 52, May half-term 91, summer holidays 99, October half-term 100, Christmas holidays 28.