Lapithos Weather & Climate: Best Time to Visit

Depending on the time of the year, temperatures range from very warm to moderate in Lapithos. Average maximum daytime temperatures range from a very warm 34°C (93°F) in August, the warmest time of the year, to a moderate 16°C (61°F) during cooler months like January.

At night, you can expect temperatures ranging from 26°C (79°F) in August to around 10°C (50°F) during January.

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Temperature ranges by month

Lapithos maintains relatively dry conditions year-round, recording average annual precipitation of 423 mm (17 in). Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. In the wettest month, December it receives moderate rainfall, averaging 79 mm (3.1 in) of precipitation, recorded across 12 rainy days. In contrast, the driest month July brings less rainfall, with 2 mm (0.1 in) over 2 rainy days. For more details, please visit our Lapithos Precipitation page.

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

The average number of days each month with precipitation

Seasonal changes in sunshine hours are quite dramatic in Lapithos. While July receives considerable daily sunshine with up to 13.2 hours, January marks the darkest time of the year, where sunshine is scarce with only 5.7 hours of sunlight per day.

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Monthly hours of sunshine

Daily hours of sunshine

The relative humidity is moderate throughout the year in Lapithos.

The city experiences its highest humidity in January, reaching 71%. In June, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 39%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.

Relative humidity over the year