Best time to visit
Best Time to Visit Larnaca
A seaside town and the main entry point to Cyprus, with a palm-lined promenade, a salt lake and easy access to beaches and villages.
Best time to visit: April–June and September–November for warm, pleasant weather.
Local tip: Flamingos are usually at the Salt Lake in winter and spring.
Getting around: Buses link the airport, town and beaches; a car helps for mountain villages.
Good to know: The sea is warm from late spring to autumn.
What to plan your trip around
- Finikoudes Promenade
The palm-lined seafront with cafés and a town beach.
- Church of Saint Lazarus
A 9th-century church in the town centre.
- Larnaca Salt Lake
A lake visited by flamingos in winter.
- Zenobia wreck
A famous shipwreck dive site offshore.
Larnaca weather by month
Larnaca weather by month
Average temperatures and rainfall Larnaca gets in each month (2011–2020). Tap a month for the full breakdown.
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Humidity |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 16°C | 12°C | 78 mm | 70% |
| February | 17°C | 12°C | 37 mm | 71% |
| March | 19°C | 13°C | 27 mm | 70% |
| April | 22°C | 16°C | 13 mm | 67% |
| May | 26°C | 20°C | 11 mm | 63% |
| June | 30°C | 24°C | 2 mm | 58% |
| July | 33°C | 27°C | 1 mm | 56% |
| August | 33°C | 27°C | 1 mm | 58% |
| September | 31°C | 26°C | 4 mm | 58% |
| October | 27°C | 22°C | 17 mm | 60% |
| November | 22°C | 18°C | 34 mm | 64% |
| December | 18°C | 14°C | 76 mm | 68% |
Larnaca through the year
January · 16° / 12°C · 78 mm
- Rain is above Larnaca's usual level, by about 211%.
- There's little difference between day and night (around 4°C).
April · 22° / 16°C · 13 mm
- April brings mid-spring to Larnaca.
- It's one of the drier months, with about 48% less rain than Larnaca's average.
July · 33° / 27°C · 1 mm
- Only one month is warmer in Larnaca than July.
- Rain is well below Larnaca's usual level (around 96% less).
October · 27° / 22°C · 17 mm
- Larnaca is usually about 2°C warmer than Limassol, 60 km away, in October.
- Days and nights are close, only about 5°C apart.
The best time to visit Larnaca is March, April and May, when average highs are 19–26°C and rainfall is around 17 mm a month.
At a glance
When to go to Larnaca, season by season
December – February
Good17° / 13°C · 64 mm
Comfortable weather overall, with fewer visitors than peak season.
March – May
Best time22° / 16°C · 17 mm
Pleasant temperatures and relatively little rain: the best window for sightseeing and time outdoors.
June – August
Hot32° / 26°C · 1 mm
Very hot days. Plan sightseeing for mornings and evenings and keep the afternoon for shade or the beach.
Frequently asked questions
- When is the best time to visit Larnaca?
- For pleasant, fairly dry weather, go to Larnaca in March, April and May. Average highs are then 19–26°C.
- Why is March a good time to visit Larnaca?
- In March, Larnaca averages 19°C by day and 13°C at night, with about 27 mm of rain and 39% cloud cover: warm enough to be outdoors without the peak heat or the wettest weather.
- What is the warmest month in Larnaca?
- August is the warmest month in Larnaca, with average highs of 33°C and lows of 27°C.
- What is the coldest month in Larnaca?
- January is the coldest month in Larnaca: average highs of 16°C, dropping to 12°C at night.
- When does it rain the most in Larnaca?
- January is the wettest month in Larnaca with about 78 mm of rain. The driest is July, with around 1 mm.
- When is the worst time to visit Larnaca?
- August is the least comfortable month for sightseeing in Larnaca, with average highs of 33°C. If you go then, plan outdoor visits for early morning.
- Is the shoulder season a good time to visit Larnaca?
- Yes. February and June sit just outside the best months for Larnaca, with average highs of 17–30°C and about 20 mm of rain a month. Weather-wise, they are a good alternative to the peak months.
- How can I check the weather in Larnaca before I travel?
- Compare the live forecast for Larnaca from three independent weather services on WeatherCompare. When they agree, the forecast is more reliable.
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