Nicosia weather in May (Cyprus)

Planning a trip to Nicosia in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In Nicosia the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and low rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 18°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Nicosia in May usually receives low rainfall, averaging around 26 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 3 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 341 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you favor pleasant temperatures and minimal rainfall, May is one of the better months to visit Nicosia. March, April, May, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Nicosia climate page with graphs.

 

Nicosia, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 10%  

Precipitation 26 mm  

Rainy days 3 days  

Humidity 45%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 341 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Cyprus in May

Find out more about the weather in Cyprus in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Nicosia in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

10/10

Cycling

8/10

Walking

8/10

Barbeque

10/10

Camping

10/10

Outdoor sports

8/10

Interested in more climate information?

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