Cyprus weather by month: best time to visit Ayia Napa — Cyprus packing list included

Oi, oi, sunshine chaser! 😎 Booking a package holiday to Ayia Napa or Protaras? Wondering when’s the best time to visit Ayia Napa? Unsure what to pack? (Go on, say ‘yes’… 😉) Lovely jubbly! As someone who knows Cyprus weather better than the lyrics to Mr. Brightside, I’ve got your back.

Think of me as your Ayia Napa weather-whispering mate. Plus, I’ll spill the beans on when’s the best time to visit Protaras.

Sweet bonus: with my Cyprus packing list I’ll make sure you’re properly kitted out for your cheeky Cyprus getaway!

Don’t be a mug — read on for full Cyprus weather by month.

Cyprus weather by month: the ultimate 2025 FAQ guide

Last updated on 17 December 2025

Grab yourself a cuppa — this one’s a 6 mins read

Your questions, my answers — no fluff, mate!

Ayia Napa weather March

Ayia Napa weather March: ~20ºC, 8hrs sun, ~5 rainy days, sea ~18ºC

A photo of Ayia Napa weather March by the sea. A cuddly stray ginger tomcat enjoys pets from a young British couple.
This ginger tom’s been stealing hearts and girlfriends since forever. Mate, you’ve been dumped. 😹🥁😉 — Pic © AdobeStock

Protaras weather March

Protaras weather March: ~20ºC, 8hrs sun, ~5 rainy days, sea ~18ºC

A photo of Cyprus weather May by the sea. Two cuddly stray cats enjoying pets from a cute girl. She’s sitting on a bench, smiling at the camera.
These cuddly cats cracked the code: charm holidaymakers, score belly rubs, repeat. Absolute legends! 😹👑 — Pic © AdobeStock

Cyprus packing list March

Spring layers, beachwear, sun cream & a fleece — sea breeze bites early

A photo of a little girl playing peekaboo with a cute cat. Summer vibes at Ayia Napa harbour.
POV: when the Ayia Napa Harbour cats are more fun than your children’s entertainer back at the hotel. Priorities sorted! 😹🤳 — Pic © AdobeStock

Ayia Napa weather April

Ayia Napa weather April: ~23ºC, 9hrs sun, ~3 rainy days, sea ~20ºC

Clocked out from mouse-catching duty. This ginger’s heading beachside for some serious sunbathing. Reckon he’s earned it. 🐈🏖️ — Pic © AdobeStock

Protaras weather April

Protaras weather April: ~23ºC, 9hrs sun, ~3 rainy days, sea ~20ºC

A photo of a cute ginger tomcat padding along the beach. The Mediterranean Sea visible in the background.
Taking a sickie from mouse-catching duty. Beach therapy calling! Work-life balance sorted! 🐈🏖️ — Pic © AdobeStock

Cyprus packing list April

Spring layers, beachwear, sun cream & a fleece — sea breeze bites early

A photo of a cute ginger tomcat chilling by the beach. The Mediterranean Sea and a picturesque beach visible in the background.
Close enough to the beach for the vibes, far enough to avoid the dodgy sea. This ginger’s got it sussed! 🐈🏖️ — Pic © AdobeStock

Ayia Napa weather May

Ayia Napa weather May: ~28ºC, 9hrs sun, ~2 rainy days, sea ~21ºC

Hey, Google, ‘When’s the best time to visit Ayia Napa?’… scratch that, Cyprus travel blog markuskrenn.com already did. 😍🇨🇾🏖️ — Vid © Markus Krenn

Protaras weather May

Protaras weather May: ~28ºC, 9hrs sun, ~2 rainy days, sea ~21ºC

Cyprus packing list May

summer clothes, beachwear, sun cream, a fleece — sea breeze bites early

best time to visit Ayia Napa in spring

March for deals! April: best value for money! May’s bang on for beach.

best time to visit Protaras in spring

March for deals! April: best value for money! May’s bang on for beach.

Ayia Napa weather June

Ayia Napa weather June: ~32ºC, 12hrs sun, ~1 rainy day, sea ~24ºC

Protaras weather June

Protaras weather June: ~32ºC, 12hrs sun, ~1 rainy day, sea ~24ºC

Cyprus packing list June

summer clothes, beachwear, sunnies, sun hat, sun cream and a book.

Ayia Napa weather July

Ayia Napa weather July: ~35ºC, 13hrs sun, ~0 rainy days, sea ~26ºC

Protaras weather July

Protaras weather July: ~35ºC, 13hrs sun, ~0 rainy days, sea ~26ºC

Cyprus packing list July

summer clothes, beachwear, sunnies, sun hat, sun cream and a book.

Ayia Napa weather August

Ayia Napa weather August: ~35ºC, 11hrs sun, ~0 rainy days, sea ~27ºC

Protaras weather August

Protaras weather August: ~35ºC, 11hrs sun, ~0 rainy days, sea ~27ºC

Cyprus packing list August

summer clothes, beachwear, sunnies, sun hat, sun cream and a book.

best time to visit Ayia Napa in summer

June for proper beach bliss! July and August for peak summer heat!

best time to visit Protaras in summer

June for proper beach bliss! July and August for peak summer heat!

Ayia Napa weather September

Ayia Napa weather September: ~33ºC, 11hrs sun, ~1 rainy day, sea ~26ºC

Protaras weather September

Protaras weather September: ~33ºC, 11hrs sun, ~1 rainy day, sea ~26ºC

Cyprus packing list September

summer clothes, beachwear, sunnies, sun hat, sun cream and a book.

Ayia Napa weather October

Ayia Napa weather October: ~29ºC, 9hrs sun, ~3 rainy days, sea ~24ºC

Protaras weather October

Protaras weather October: ~29ºC, 9hrs sun, ~3 rainy days, sea ~24ºC 

Cyprus packing list October

summer clothes, beachwear, sun cream, a fleece — sea breeze bites early

Ayia Napa weather November

Ayia Napa weather November: ~24ºC, 8hrs sun, ~5 rainy days, sea ~21ºC

Protaras weather November

Protaras weather November: ~24ºC, 8hrs sun, ~5 rainy days, sea ~21ºC

Cyprus packing list November

Autumn layers, beachwear, sun cream & a fleece — sea breeze bites early

best time to visit Ayia Napa in autumn

September & October for proper beach bliss! November for deals!

best time to visit Protaras in autumn

September & October for proper beach bliss! November for deals!

Ayia Napa weather December

Ayia Napa weather December: ~19ºC, 6hrs sun, ~9 rainy days, sea ~19ºC

Protaras weather December

Protaras weather December: ~19ºC, 6hrs sun, ~9 rainy days, sea ~19ºC

Cyprus packing list December

A proper tracksuit, tees & comfy trainers. Swimwear for indoor pool.

Ayia Napa weather January

Ayia Napa weather January: ~17ºC, 6hrs sun, ~10 rainy days, sea ~17ºC

Protaras weather January

Protaras weather January: ~17ºC, 6hrs sun, ~10 rainy days, sea ~17ºC

Cyprus packing list January

A proper tracksuit, tees & comfy trainers. Swimwear for indoor pool.

Ayia Napa weather February

Ayia Napa weather February: ~18ºC, 7hrs sun, ~8 rainy days, sea ~17ºC

Protaras weather February

Protaras weather February: ~18ºC, 7hrs sun, ~8 rainy days, sea ~17ºC

Cyprus packing list February

A proper tracksuit, tees & comfy trainers. Swimwear for indoor pool.

best time to visit Ayia Napa in winter

December wins! Mild winter retreat: hike, bike & explore in the sun!

best time to visit Protaras in winter

December wins! Mild winter retreat: hike, bike & explore in the sun!

Cyprus weather sorted — now go book that holiday, mate!

In a nutshell: sun-soaked Cyprus is an absolute belter year-round. Whatever Cyprus weather floats your boat, it’s sorted!

Alright then, let’s settle this like adults over a cheeky pint: April and October are the months if you ask me (fight me).

But you, do you — July or August for scorching heat? Or April and October for best value for money? Or December and March for proper deals?

Spill the tea, mate! Give me a shout in the comments below!

Looking forward to posting more cracking blog posts for your upcoming hols in Cyprus. Take care! Cheers, Markus