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Famagusta Climate by Month

The climate in Famagusta is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year. Temperatures range from very warm during the warmest months to mild in the cooler months. The city has a dry climate with very low precipitation levels. Let’s explore the climate details in depth to provide you with a complete overview.

Average day and night temperature

In Famagusta, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. On average, daytime temperatures range from a very warm 32°C in August to a moderate 17°C in January. Nighttime temperatures can drop, with averages reaching 11°C in January.

The mean minimum and maximum temperatures throughout the year

Precipitation and rainy days

Famagusta sits in an arid zone with minimal moisture, averaging 250 mm of rainfall per year. The seasons in Famagusta, bring significant changes in precipitation. The wettest month, December, receives moderate rainfall, with an average of 55 mm of precipitation. This rainfall is distributed across 11 rainy days.

In contrast, the driest month, August, experiences much less rainfall, totaling 0.8 mm over a single rainy day. These distinct seasonal differences provide diverse experiences throughout the year.

The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow

Sunshine over the year

In Famagusta, summer days are longer and more sunny, with daily sunshine hours peaking at 12.9 hours in July. As the darker season arrives, the brightness of the sun becomes less. January sees a soft sun for only 6.0 hours per average day.

Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

Average water temperature

The mean water temperature over the year in Famagusta ranges from 17°C in February to 29°C in August.

Water temperature over the year

The best time of year to visit Famagusta in Cyprus

During the months of April, May and November you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.

Other facts from our historical weather data:
  • Which is the warmest month in Famagusta?
    August has an average maximum temperature of 32°C and is the warmest month of the year.
  • Which is the coldest month in Famagusta?
    The coldest month is January with an average maximum temperature of 17°C.
  • Which is the wettest month in Famagusta?
    December tops the wettest month list with 55 mm of rainfall.
  • Which is the driest month in Famagusta?
    August is the driest month with 1 mm of precipitation.
  • Which is the sunniest month in Famagusta?
    July is the sunniest month with an average of 388 hours of sunshine.

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    Forecast for Famagusta

    Wed   Dec 11
    21°C | 13°C
    W 11 km/h
    broken clouds and no rain

    broken clouds and no rain

    Thu   Dec 12
    22°C | 12°C
    NW 22 km/h
    partly cloudy and no rain

    partly cloudy and no rain

    Fri   Dec 13
    20°C | 10°C
    N 14 km/h
    clear and no rain

    clear and no rain