Lapithos weather in December (Northern Cyprus, Cyprus)

How is December weather typically in Lapithos? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

December in Lapithos generally includes pleasant temperatures and moderate rainfall. December marks the winter season. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 18°C, cooling off to about 12°C at night.

Precipitation

Lapithos in December usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 79 mm for the month. This month sees the most rain, so carrying an umbrella will ensure you stay dry. Past climate data indicates that roughly 12 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 171 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, May, June, September, October and November typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January and February tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Lapithos, monthly averages in December

Min Temperature 12°C  

Max Temperature 18°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 79 mm  

Rainy days 12 days  

Humidity 71% *  

Sunshine 171 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Nicosia, Cyprus (28 KM, 17 Miles).

Where to go in Cyprus in December

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

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

For visitors traveling to Lapithos, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming

6/10

Cycling

9/10

Walking

9/10

Camping

8/10

Outdoor sports

9/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Lapithos.

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