Cyprus Weather in September

 Season: Summer

 In short: a little hot in the daytime, sunny and dry

In September, the average highest temperature of Cyprus is around 31℃ (87.8℉) while the average lowest temperature is around 18℃ (64.4℉). Therefore, it’s a little hot in the daytime but cool at night and in the morning. Paphos is the coolest city with the temperature ranging from 20-29°C (68-84.2℉); while Nicosia and Kyrenia are hottest with the temperature ranging from 25-34°C (77-93.2℉). The sunlight hours of September begin to shorten, and the sun usually sets before 19:30. Cyprus weather is dry in this month, with an average of 1 rainy day and 3 mm rainfall. Little rainfall and the relatively not-so-hot climate make September one of the best months to visit Cyprus.

Packing List to Visit Cyprus in September

 Clothes: In the early morning and evening, when the temperature is relatively low, you need to put on a shirt or a blouse and a light long pants. In other times, you could wear T-shirts, short shirts, short pants, light pants, dresses, and other summer clothes. 

 Shoes: You’d better bring both water shoes or sandals and sneakers or casual shoes, if you plan to both visit human landscapes and go to the beaches in September.

 Others you should pack: Please bring sun protection items like sunglasses, sunhats and sunscreen to protect yourself from strong sunlight. Besides, swimsuits are necessary equipment on the beach.

Advantages of Traveling to Cyprus in September

1. Both the number of visitors and the temperature begin to decrease, which means that you will have a better traveling experience. 
2. There are many activities in Cyprus in September, Kleftiko Festival, Palouzes Festival and Pomegranate Festival for instance, which provide great chances to learn distinctive local customs.
3. Many fruits ripen in September, and you can have a taste.

Activities and Places Recommended in Cyprus in September

 Tourism Rate:

September with mild weather is a good time to visit both historical sites and seaside coasts. Therefore, the following places are recommended for your trip in September.

1. Limassol

Traveling to Limassol in September, you are recommended to visit beautiful beaches like Pissouri Bay, and human landscapes like Amphitheater in Kourion and the Medieval Castle of Limassol.

Apart from that, in September, you can also join the Limassol Wine Festival. The Wine Festival was established in 1961 to celebrate the harvest of grapes and show Cyprus’s unique wine. It’s usually held in the Municipal Gardens of Limassol, the main producing area of wine in Cyprus. During the Festival, visitors have the opportunity to taste a variety of Cyprus wines for free. In addition, there is a wide range of entertainment for everyone to enjoy, including traditional Cyprus music and dance. In 2024, the Festival will be held from September 28 to October 6. Do not miss it if you love wine. 

2. Larnaca

Larnaca is also a perfect destination in September. In the morning, when it is cool, you can visit some human landscapes: The Church of Saint Lazarus, one of the most treasured cultural heritages in Cyprus, has both Eastern and Western architectural styles, and many precious religious images are preserved in the church. Larnaca Castle is a landmark along the Larnaca coast, built during the reign of James I (1382-1398). In the afternoon, when the weather turns a little hot, you can go to the beach to enjoy sunbathing and swimming, and Finikondes Beach and Mackenzie Beach are recommended.

3. Paphos

Paphos has many beautiful beaches, Petra tou Romio, the birthplace of Aphrodite, and Coral Bay for instance. In terms of historical monuments, Kato Paphos Archeological Park is also a suitable place to go in September.

In addition, in September, Paphos usually holds Aphrodite Festival. Aphrodite is considered the embodiment of the goddess of love and beauty in Greek mythology, and legend has it that she came from the sea around Cyprus. Therefore, every year in September since 1999, Cyprus holds the Aphrodite Festival in Paphos in honor of the goddess of love. During the festival, operatic performances are held on the open square of the Paphos Medieval Castle. Besides, at that time, visitors also come here to pray for their loved ones. Many young people make a wish to find their lover, calling this day the “end day” of being alone. In 2024, the festival will be held on September 6 and 7.

Weather in Major Cyprus Cities in September

City	Temp.	Rainfall (mm)	Humidity  (%)	Sunrise / Sunset
Larnaca	21 - 32°C (69.8 - 89.6℉)	2.8	61	6:18 - 6:39 / 18:30 - 19:11
Nicosia	25 - 34°C (77 - 93.2℉)	47.2	42	6:19 - 6:40 / 18:31 - 19:12
Limassol	21 - 30°C (69.8 - 86℉)	2.6	66	6:20 - 6:41 / 18:32 - 19:13
Paphos	20 - 29°C (68 - 84.2℉)	3.4	70	6:23 - 6:44 / 18:35 - 19:16
Kyrenia	25 - 34°C (77 - 93.2℉)	47.2	42	6:19 - 6:41 / 18:31 - 19:13
Famagusta	21 - 32°C (69.8 - 89.6℉)	2.8	61	6:16 - 6:38 / 18:28 - 19:10
Ayia Napa	21 - 32°C (69.8 - 89.6℉)	2.8	61	6:16 - 6:38 / 18:28 - 19:10
Pano Lefkara	25 - 34°C (77 - 93.2℉)	47.2	42	6:19 - 6:40 / 18:31 - 19:12

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