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Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best time to visit Kakopetria.
Kakopetria, Cyprus, sees big temperature differences between seasons, with July peaking at 36°C (97°F) and January dropping to 14°C (57°F).
Annual rainfall is moderate at around 569 mm (22 in), with January being the wettest month. The city also has a distinct dry season from May to September, with very hot summers and mild winters. The most sunshine falls in July, with an average of 12.9 hours of daily sunshine.
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Visitors to Kakopetria can expect significant temperature changes throughout the year. Average daytime temperatures reach a very hot 36°C (97°F) in July. In January, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a moderate 14°C (57°F).
At night, temperatures range from around 22°C (72°F) in July to 5°C (41°F) in January.
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Generally, Kakopetria experiences moderate precipitation patterns, averaging 569 mm (22 in) yearly. Kakopetria can be quite wet during January, receiving approximately 99 mm (3.9 in) of precipitation over 15 rainy days.
In contrast, during the driest month (August), you will experience much drier conditions, with 2.7 mm (0.1 in) of precipitation spread across 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Kakopetria Precipitation page.
Kakopetria can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of July under a blue sky, with approximately 12.9 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 6.3 hours of sunlight per day.
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Monthly ratings reflect general weather comfort, based on daytime temperature and rainfall. Swimming and winter conditions are highlighted separately where relevant.
April, May, October and November typically offer the most optimal weather in Kakopetria. In contrast, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions. Kakopetria has a distinct dry season from May to September, with very hot summers and mild winters.
Daytime highs range from 14°C (57°F) in January to 36°C (97°F) in July. Nighttime lows range from 5°C (41°F) to 22°C (72°F). Temperatures vary considerably through the year.
Annual rainfall is around 569 mm (22 in). January is the wettest month with 99 mm (3.9 in), while August is the driest with 2.7 mm (0.1 in).
Kakopetria receives around 3,409 hours of sunshine per year. July is the sunniest month with 388 hours, while December is the cloudiest with just 188 hours. Overall, Kakopetria enjoys abundant sunshine.
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