Best time to visit North Cyprus

Q: When is the best time to visit North Cyprus?

The best time to visit North Cyprus is May based on the following average weather conditions. Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C. Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more.

Q: Which is the hottest month in North Cyprus?

The hottest time of year in Kyrenia, North Cyprus is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 35°C with high heat and humidity.

Q: Which month has the most rain in North Cyprus?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in Kyrenia, North Cyprus with 92mm on average. There are normally 12 days in December with some rain.

Q: When is it sunniest in North Cyprus?

The sunniest time of year in Kyrenia, North Cyprus is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 87% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

Q: When is the sea warmest in North Cyprus?

The sea is usually at its warmest in Kyrenia, North Cyprus in August when the water temperature reaches 28°C.

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When is the best time to visit North Cyprus?

The best time to visit North Cyprus is May based on the following average weather conditions.

Maximum daytime temperature = 22 - 30°C [remove]
Daily hours of sunshine = 10 hours or more [remove]

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Which is the hottest month in North Cyprus?

The hottest time of year in North Cyprus is normally August. Expect maximum daytime temperatures to reach 35°C with high heat and humidity.

Which month has the most rain in North Cyprus?

In terms of rainfall, December is usually the wettest month in North Cyprus with 92mm on average. There are normally 12 days in December with some rain.

When is it sunniest in North Cyprus?

The sunniest time of year in North Cyprus is normally August with bright sunshine on average for 87% of daylight hours; that's 12 hours of sunshine per day.

When is the sea warmest in North Cyprus?

The sea is usually at its warmest in North Cyprus in August when the water temperature reaches 28°C.

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The weather guide for North Cyprus (Kyrenia) shows long term weather averages processed from data supplied by CRU (University of East Anglia) & today's weather forecast provided by meteoblue. Find out more about our data sources.

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North Cyprus - quick facts
Flight time^✝	6.5 hours
Time difference	UK +2 hours
Language(s)	Turkish
Currency	Turkish Lira, Pound Sterling
Electricity	G plug (230V)
Driving side	Left
Why visit?	Beaches Culture
Tourist info	Visit North Cyprus