Lapithos weather in January (Northern Cyprus, Cyprus)

Will it be rainy or sunny in Lapithos this January? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

Typically, January in Lapithos includes moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. January is a notable month of the winter season. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 16°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 10°C. On average, it is the month with the lowest temperatures of the year. However, the temperature is still pleasant and it won't ever get really cold.

Precipitation

Lapithos in January usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Historically, the month has about 12 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 171 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, January may not be the ideal month to visit Lapithos. 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 January

Min Temperature 10°C  

Max Temperature 16°C  

Chance of Rain 40%  

Precipitation 77 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 January

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

5/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Barbeque

6/10

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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