Ayia Napa

Famagusta District Weather in January

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Famagusta District, Cyprus in January.

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Ayia Napa Paralimni Sotira Famagusta

Planning a getaway to Famagusta District, Cyprus this January and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Famagusta District in January

Famagusta District, Cyprus is a region in Cyprus. January in Famagusta District generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation. January falls during the winter season.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) in Ayia Napa. Even if January is considered the coolest month, there are areas in Famagusta District, Cyprus that maintain moderate temperatures, making it a pleasant destination all year round.

For specific regional insights in Famagusta District, Cyprus, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In January, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Famagusta with an average of 50 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Paralimni with 57 mm (2.2 in).

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Ayia Napa as an example - it receives around 180 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Famagusta District by month

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Best Places to Visit in Famagusta District in January

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Famagusta District.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Famagusta District

What is the weather like in January for some of the most popular destinations in Famagusta District, Cyprus?

Temperature range in Famagusta District (January)

Precipitation variation in Famagusta District (January)

Ayia Napa

In January Ayia Napa generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
180 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Ayia Napa →

Paralimni

In January Paralimni generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
180 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
70 mm (2.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Paralimni →

Sotira

In January Sotira generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
13°C (55°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
180 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Sotira →

Famagusta

In January Famagusta generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« December
January
February »
December
January
February
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
17°C (63°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
11°C (52°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
186 hours
180 hours
185 hours
Monthly rainfall
55 mm (2.2 in)
50 mm (2 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Famagusta →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Famagusta District, in Cyprus.

In our records: Cyprus January extremes

Notable January records observed across cities in Cyprus in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the coldest January daytime high in Cyprus was 6°C (43°F) in Kakopetria on January 1, 2016.

Popular cities in January

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Famagusta District in January.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ayia Napa 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Paralimni 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Sotira 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Famagusta 17°C (63°F) 11°C (52°F) 50 mm (2 in)

Famagusta District weather in January: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Famagusta District, Cyprus in January?

Expect tolerable weather across Famagusta District, Cyprus in January. The popular destination of Ayia Napa averages 17°C (63°F) by day and 13°C (55°F) at night during this winter month.

What is the average temperature in Famagusta District, Cyprus in January?

In Ayia Napa, the average daytime high in January is 17°C (63°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 13°C (55°F).

Does Famagusta District, Cyprus get a lot of rain in January?

January is on the drier side in Famagusta District, Cyprus. Ayia Napa averages only about 56 mm (2.2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is January a Good Time to Visit Famagusta District, Cyprus?

In our opinion, January may not be the ideal time to visit Famagusta District, Cyprus due to the typically tolerable weather in Ayia Napa.

Generally speaking, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November provide perfect weather in Ayia Napa. The weather in January and February, on the other hand, tends to be tolerable.

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