Best time to visit Nicosia
Re-score for me — drag the dial — every chart on the page recolours live for your heat limit 27°C
Default 27 °C is the upper edge of the Holiday Climate Index "ideal comfort" band (Scott, Rutty, Amelung & Tang, 2016). Above this, most warm-tourism travellers report measurable discomfort.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
Greyed factors are scored normally — extreme heat overrides them, so a clear sky or low rain can't lift the period.
How is this scored? HCI / Steadman / CCI gate — full methodology and citations below.
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Tours in Nicosia
6 top-rated tours via Viator. Booking links earn this site a commission at no cost to you. Map locations are approximate (centred on Nicosia).
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Kyrenia Tour - 2
Famagusta, Kyrenia and Nicosia As 3 city Tour from North Cyprus - 3
From Nicosia, Kyrenia & Famagusta- 3 Cities in oneday Tour - 4
Nicosia Walled City Bike Tour - 5
Nikosia : Private Custom Walking Tour with A Guide (Private Tour) - 6
Private Tour of Istanbul with Famous Grand Bazaar
Last refreshed 2026-06-20.
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Other destinations with the most-alike year-round climate to Nicosia (apparent temperature, rain hours, sunshine — matched within the same trip-profile). The ±N chip compares each match's typical score for the current month against Nicosia's. Based on the 2020-2024 climatology, not this year's actual weather.
Month-by-month
| Month | Temp °C | Feels °C | Rain days | Rain h | Rain h/day | Humidity | Wind km/h | Sun h | UV | Interest | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 7–16 | 14 | 10 | 94 | 9.4 | 61% | 15 | 183 | 2 | Quiet | 7 |
| Feb | 7–17 | 14 | 5 | 55 | 11.0 | 57% | 14 | 183 | 3 | Quiet | 8 |
| Mar | 8–19 | 16 | 7 | 65 | 9.3 | 48% | 17 | 233 | 5 | Quiet | 9 |
| Apr | 12–26 | 24 | 5 | 38 | 7.6 | 36% | 16 | 254 | 6 | Quiet | 9 |
| May | 16–30 | 29 | 4 | 28 | 7.0 | 32% | 17 | 293 | 7 | Quiet | 8 |
| Jun | 20–34 | 34 | 2 | 20 | 10.0 | 30% | 16 | 308 | 9 | Quiet | 5 |
| Jul | 24–38 | 38 | 1 | 10 | 10.0 | 25% | 16 | 322 | 10 | Quiet | 2 |
| Aug | 23–38 | 38 | 2 | 9 | 4.5 | 30% | 15 | 296 | 9 | Peak | 2 |
| Sep | 21–34 | 34 | 2 | 17 | 8.5 | 34% | 15 | 259 | 7 | Busy | 4 |
| Oct | 17–29 | 29 | 3 | 26 | 8.7 | 41% | 13 | 243 | 5 | Moderate | 9 |
| Nov | 13–23 | 22 | 7 | 65 | 9.3 | 53% | 13 | 195 | 3 | Busy | 9 |
| Dec | 9–18 | 17 | 7 | 76 | 10.9 | 63% | 12 | 182 | 2 | Moderate | 8 |
UV Index in Nicosia by Month
UV index in Nicosia peaks at 10 (very high) in July, dropping to 2 (low) in January. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
Best months in detail
April
9/1012–26°C (feels 24°C) · 5 rain days (38h) · 254 sun hours · 36% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 6 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (high)
November
9/1013–23°C · 7 rain days (65h) · 195 sun hours · 53% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 3 (low) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 4 (moderate)
March
9/108–19°C (feels 16°C) · 7 rain days (65h) · 233 sun hours · 48% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 7 (high)
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Show the other 9 months in detail
January
7/107–16°C (feels 14°C) · 10 rain days (94h) · 183 sun hours · 61% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 2 (low)
February
8/107–17°C (feels 14°C) · 5 rain days (55h) · 183 sun hours · 57% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 3 (moderate)
May
8/1016–30°C (feels 29°C) · 4 rain days (28h) · 293 sun hours · 32% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 9 (very high)
June
5/1020–34°C · 2 rain days (20h) · 308 sun hours · 30% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 9 (very high)
July
2/1024–38°C · 1 rain days (10h) · 322 sun hours · 25% humidity · Quiet crowd · UV 10 (very high)
August
2/1023–38°C · 2 rain days (9h) · 296 sun hours · 30% humidity · Peak crowd · UV 9 (very high)
September
4/1021–34°C · 2 rain days (17h) · 259 sun hours · 34% humidity · Busy crowd · UV 7 (high) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 8 (very high)
October
9/1017–29°C · 3 rain days (26h) · 243 sun hours · 41% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 5 (moderate) · sunniest 1 in 10 days reach 6 (high)
December
8/109–18°C (feels 17°C) · 7 rain days (76h) · 182 sun hours · 63% humidity · Moderate crowd · UV 2 (low)
Frequently asked questions about visiting Nicosia
When is the best time to visit Nicosia?
April is the highest-scoring month (9/10 on the Holiday Climate Index). Typical conditions: 12–26°C (5 rainy days). The top three months by score are April, November, March.
What is the worst time to visit Nicosia?
August is the lowest-scoring month (2/10, capped by extreme heat). Typical conditions: 23–38°C (2 rainy days).
Is Nicosia too hot in summer?
4 months (June, July, August, September) trip the heat deal-breaker in our scoring: apparent temperature crosses the comfort cap, so even with clear skies and low rain the score is held down. Plan around it if heat tolerance is low.
When are crowds lowest in Nicosia?
Search-interest seasonality (Google Trends 2021-2025) is lowest in May and peaks in August. Interest tracks both in-trip visitors and lead-time planners, so treat it as a "destination is on people's minds" signal rather than literal arrivals.
Which months in Nicosia have good weather but fewer tourists?
March (climate 9/10, crowd index 21) and April (climate 9/10, crowd index 18) — shoulder months with above-average climate and below-median search-interest. Often the best value-for-weather trade.
What is the UV index in Nicosia by month?
UV peaks at 10 (very high) in July and is lowest in January at 2 (low). Monthly peak values: Jan 2, Feb 3, Mar 5, Apr 6, May 7, Jun 9, Jul 10, Aug 9, Sep 7, Oct 5, Nov 3, Dec 2. June, July, August reach very high or extreme levels — apply SPF 50+, wear a hat and protective clothing, and limit direct sun between 11:00 and 17:00.
What is the UV index in Nicosia in July?
July is the peak UV month in Nicosia, with a daily-peak UV index of 10 (very high). At this level, sunburn can occur in under 20 minutes on unprotected fair skin. Apply SPF 50+, wear protective clothing and a hat, and avoid direct midday sun (11:00–17:00).
How high can UV get in Nicosia on the sunniest days?
Most days look like the monthly average, but on the sunniest ~1 in 10 days UV climbs higher than the mean suggests. May is the worst case: typical days average UV 7 (high), but the top 10% of days reach UV 9 (very high) — and even higher. Months where the sunniest days routinely exceed the typical reading: March, April, May, September, October, November. Plan sun protection for the worst case, not the average.
Is air quality in Nicosia bad for travelers?
PM2.5 (fine-particle pollution) exceeds the WHO sensitive-group guideline (15 µg/m³) in 7 months: January, March, April, May, October, November, December. The worst month is May with a typical-day mean of 11 µg/m³ (moderate); on the worst 10% of days PM2.5 reaches 17 µg/m³ (unhealthy for sensitive) and higher. People with asthma, heart conditions, or sensitive children may want to avoid these months or limit outdoor activity. Source: CAMS via Open-Meteo.