Cyprus Weather in October

 Season: Transition from Summer to Autumn

 In short: warm, mild, one of the best months to travel there

October is the transition month from summer to autumn in Cyprus, and the weather gradually turns from hot to warm and mild. The average temperature ranges from 16-27℃ (60.8-80.6℉), showing that the temperature difference is large between the daytime and the nighttime. The sea temperature is above 20℃ (68℉) on average, which is still suitable for all kinds of water sports. Besides, October is the end of the dry season, and its rainfall is not large yet. On average, the rainfall is 24 mm and the rainy days are 4 days. In cities like Kyrenia and Nicosia, the average rainfall can reach 70.5 mm.

Because the climate is pleasant with relatively small rainfall and moderate temperature, it’s one of the best months to travel to Cyprus. Also, various fruits ripen, like pomegranates and figs. Besides, the number of visitors is small in October, so you can have a quiet and relaxing trip.

Packing List for Cyprus October Trip

 Clothes and shoes to wear: In the daytime, summer clothes like T-shirts, shorts, skirts, light pants and dresses are recommended. At night, when the weather turns cool, you’d better put on a shirt or a thin jacket, and long pants such as jeans are needed. As for shoes, you may need sneakers and walking shoes for long walking, but you also need to bring sandals or water shoes when you go to the beaches.

 Objects to bring: The UV rays are still strong, so you need to bring sunglasses, sunhats, sunscreen, etc. Besides, since the rainy days are coming, you’d better bring an umbrella.

Where to Go and What to Do When Visiting Cyprus in October

 Tourism Rate:

1. Famagusta

Famagusta is a perfect destination in Cyprus to visit in October, because it can provide all activities and things you want to experience. If you want to go to the beach to watch the sunrise and sunset, go swimming or play water sports, Ayia Napa here has many high-quality Blue Flag beaches and sea. If you want to visit some of the monuments in the mild weather, there are St Nicholas Cathedral, a fine example of Gothic architecture; and Ancient Salamis, the most famous and magnificent ancient city in Ancient Cyprus. If you want to wander through the villages, enjoy the local customs and the autumn scenery, and taste the local fruits, you can go to Avgorou, which has juicy citrus fruits; and Liopetri, which is rich in pomegranates and figs.

2. Troodos Mountains

October, when the weather of Cyprus is cool and mild, the leaves change their color and the vineyards turns gold in the dazzling sun, is the perfect time to hike in the Troodos Mountains. In the Troodos National Forest, you can hike for almost 60 kilometers (37 miles). The main trails include Atalante, Persephone, Kaledonia and Artemis, and different trails offer different landscapes. Separately, they lead to the 15-metre-high (49-foot-high) Kaledonia Waterfall, ancient monasteries, natural mineral springs, and ancient villages with stone houses at 700 meters (2,296 feet) above sea level. Along the path, you may also find many fruits, like pomegranates and grapes. If you don’t want to hike and just want to enjoy the mountain views in the mild weather, there are nine picnic spots within the Troodos National Park.

3. Ayia Napa Medieval Festival

Every October, lovers of history, music and tradition gather in the city of Ayia Napa to celebrate the Medieval Festival. During the festival, people recreate the daily life and events of the Middle Ages with parades, songs and dances, medieval fairs, and drama performances. The main and most exciting event is the medieval festival parade of people dressed in medieval costumes on the opening day, which should not be missed. The schedule of the Medieval Festival 2024 has not been released, but you can pay attention to local news if you plan to visit Cyprus in October.

There are still many other worth-visiting places in Ayia Napa, and here are some recommendations: Fig Tree Beach, Cape Cavo National Forest Park, the Sea Caves, Ayia Napa Sculpture Park, and Love Bridge.

Weather in Major Cyprus Cities in October

City	Temp.	Rainfall (mm)	Humidity  (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Larnaca	18 - 29°C (64.4 - 84.2℉)	17.1	59	6:40 - 7:05 / 17:52 - 18:29
Nicosia	21 - 29°C (69.8 - 84.2℉)	70.5	46	6:41 - 7:07 / 17:52 - 18:30
Limassol	18 - 27°C (64.4 - 80.6℉)	15.3	62	6:42 - 7:07 / 17:54 - 18:31
Paphos	17 - 27°C (62.6 - 80.6℉)	22.3	67	6:45 - 7:10 / 17:57 - 18:33
Kyrenia	21 - 29°C (69.8 - 84.2℉)	70.5	46	6:41 - 7:07 / 17:52 - 18:30
Famagusta	18 - 29°C (64.4 - 84.2℉)	17.1	59	6:39 - 7:04 / 17:50 - 18:27
Ayia Napa	18 - 29°C (64.4 - 84.2℉)	17.1	59	6:38 - 7:06 / 17:50 - 18:27
Pano Lefkar	21 - 29°C (69.8 - 84.2℉)	70.5	46	6:41 - 7:06 / 17:53 - 18:30

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