Cyprus Weather in July

 Season: Summer

 In short: one of the hottest and driest months

The weather of Cyprus in July is hot and dry. In fact, it is one of the hottest months of Cyprus, and its average temperature ranges from 21-33℃ (69.8-33℉). The hottest hours per day are usually from 11:00 to 17:00, when it’s not a good time for outdoor activities; if you plan to go out during this time period, please take necessary sun protection measures. The average sea temperature in July of Cyprus is above 20℃ (68℉), so swimming, sunbathing and all kinds of water sports are suitable. Besides, July is the driest month in Cyprus, whose average rainfall is 0 mm.

Come to the Coast in Paphos

July is one of the peak tourist months of Cyprus and various activities will be held for tourists. However, the number of visitors reaches its summit at that time and beaches are usually crowded, which may influence your experience. Besides, because of the increasing number of visitors, the prices of tickets, hotels, food, etc. also climb.

What to Pack and Wear to Visit Cyprus in July

 Clothes: Since Cyprus weather is hot in July, light summer clothes are recommended: T-shirts, skirts, dresses and light pants for ladies; T-shirts, short shirts and shorts for gentlemen.
 
 Shoes: It’s the perfect time to go to the beaches and swim, so sandals and water shoes are recommended. Besides, you may also want to take a city walk sometimes, so sneakers or walking shoes are also needed.

 Sunlight in July is extremely strong, so you must bring sunglasses, sunhats, sunscreen, parasols and other sun protective gear. Besides, do not forget swimming suits.

Recommended Things to Do & Places to Go in Cyprus in July

 Tourism Rate:

1. Have Fun on the Beach

In hot July, the most suitable and popular places to go are the beaches. With comfortable sea temperature, you can swim and do various water sports, which can keep you cool in the hot summer. When you are tired, just lied own and enjoy sunbathing on the beaches. At dusk, you can also enjoy the beautiful sunset by the sea. Here are some beautiful and famous beaches in Cyprus:

(1) Nissi Beach: The 600-metre-long (1,968-foot-long) Nissi Beach is one of the most famous Blue Flag beaches in Cyprus. It attracts a lot of people and parties with its clear water, music, bars and sandy beaches. Besides, water sports like parachute, water skiing, and jet skiing are available here.

Beach of Petra Tou Romiou

(2) Lara Beach: In addition to beautiful sandy beaches and waters, you may see green turtles here, who migrate to the Beach from May to August.

(3) Fig Tree Bay, Pissouri Bay, Kourion Beach, Lady’s Mile Beach, Finikondes Beach Mackenzie Beach, etc. are also recommended.

2. Cool off on Troodos Mountains

In addition to the beach, another place in Cyprus to escape from the hot climate in July is the mountains. Troodos Mountains, where the highest peak can reach nearly 2,000 meters (6,561 feet) above sea level, is a good choice. The average temperature in the mountains in summer is 5-10℃ (41-50℉) lower than that of the seaside. In the Troodos Mountains, you can go picnicking and enjoy the beautiful natural scenery. Besides, there are also human landscapes to visit: Kykkos Monastery, the biggest and most illustrious monastery in Cyprus, and Painted Churches like the Church of Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis. 

At Omodos Village in Troodos Mountains

3. MedFest Beer Festival

The festival has been celebrated at the end of July every year since 2003. During the festival, the parking lot at My Mall in Limassol will be packed with beer stalls, street food vendors, and live music stages to celebrate MedFest. A wide variety of beers will be served, and there will be live performances. If you’re planning to visit Cyprus at the end of July 2025, head to Limassol to feel the festive atmosphere and taste delicious beers.

Weather in Major Cyprus Cities in July

City	Temp.	Rainfall (mm)	Humidity  (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Larnaca	23 - 34°C (73.4 - 93.2℉)	0.8	65	5:35 - 5:54 / 19:48 - 20:02
Nicosia	29 - 37°C (84.2 - 98.6℉)	13.7	37	5:35 - 5:55 / 19:50 - 20:04
Limassol	23 - 31°C (73.4 - 87.8℉)	0.5	72	5:38 - 5:57 / 19:50 - 20:04
Paphos	21 - 31°C (69.8 - 87.8℉)	0.8	75	5:40 - 5:59 / 19:53 - 20:07
Kyrenia	29 - 37°C (84.2 - 98.6℉)	13.7	37	5:35 - 5:54 / 19:50 - 20:05
Famagusta	23 - 34°C (73.4 - 93.2℉)	0.8	65	5:33 - 5:52 / 19:47 - 20:02
Ayia Napa	23 - 34°C (73.4 - 93.2℉)	0.8	65	5:33 - 5:52 / 19:47 - 20:01
Pano Lefkar	29 - 37°C (84.2 - 98.6℉)	13.7	37	5:37 - 5:56 / 19:49 - 20:04