Normal weather for Cyprus in January
It's cool to moderate in January in Cyprus with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 15°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 5°C and 9°C.
In January, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Cyprus in January |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 5°C | |
 High Temp |
18°C | 11°C | |
| Low Temp |
15°C | 1°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
69 mm | 97 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
11 days | 12 days | |
Start of January
The month of January starts in Cyprus with cool temps, averaging around 17°C during the day and nights around 8°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.
Mid January
By mid-January, daytime temps stay steady at around 17°C, with nights around 8°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.
End of January
By the end of January, the average daytime temperature in Cyprus is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.
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Water temperature
The water temperature at Cyprus is 18°C this month. You can swim, but it's a bit chilly.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is January a good time to visit Cyprus?
Looking for sun and warm weather? January isn’t a good month to be in Cyprus. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records for Cyprus in January
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Daily Temperature in January in Cyprus
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in January for Cyprus, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in January in Cyprus
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in January for Cyprus, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for January, you can expect about 11 days of precipitation in Cyprus.
Daily UV Index in January in Cyprus
This chart shows the average daily UV index in January in Cyprus, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in January in Cyprus Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in January in Cyprus, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total Precipitation in January in Cyprus Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in January in Cyprus, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily Climate in January for Cyprus
Click on any day in January to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Cyprus. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Cyprus by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Cyprus. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
