December weather forecast
Cyprus

December in Cyprus marks the onset of winter, with average temperatures across the island ranging from 8°C (46.4°F) to 17°C (62.6°F). Coastal cities like Limassol and Paphos see temperatures from 10°C (50°F) to 17°C (62.6°F), offering mild conditions by European winter standards. Inland areas, including Nicosia, experience temperatures between 7°C (44.6°F) to 17°C (62.6°F), maintaining relatively cooler conditions compared to coastal areas.

The Troodos Mountains experience the coldest conditions on the island during December, with average temperatures between 3°C (37.4°F) and 9°C (48.2°F). Snowfall begins to occur, transforming the region into a winter wonderland, attracting visitors for winter sports and scenic mountain views.

December is one of the wettest months in Cyprus, with an average rainfall of about 90mm (3.54"). Despite this, many days remain clear and dry, although visitors should be prepared for occasional showers.

Sunshine hours in December reach their annual low, averaging 5 hours per day. The shorter days indicate the depth of winter, with daylight becoming noticeably scarcer.

Compared to November, December sees a further decrease in temperatures, increased rainfall, and a reduction in sunshine hours. Looking forward into January, these winter conditions persist, with low temperatures, frequent rainfall, and limited sunshine hours characterizing the island's winter season.

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• Nicosia - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Nicosia is December, when the rain falls for 7.7 days and typically aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
• Limassol - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Limassol is December, when the rain falls for 8.8 days and typically aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of precipitation. December, the final month of the year in Limassol, Cyprus brings winter in its full glory.
• Larnaca - December »
  Distinguishingly, December becomes the rainiest month in Larnaca, recording a high average rainfall of 95mm (3.74") over 8 days. December has the shortest days of the year in Larnaca with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
• Paphos - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Paphos is December, when the rain falls for 8.7 days and typically aggregates up to 94mm (3.7") of precipitation. The month with the shortest days in Paphos is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
• Famagusta - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Famagusta is December, when the rain falls for 8.9 days and typically aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation. In Famagusta during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 33mm (1.3") of precipitation.
• Protaras - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Protaras is December, when the rain falls for 10.1 days and typically aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. December has the shortest days of the year in Protaras with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
• Ayia Napa - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Ayia Napa is December, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically aggregates up to 101mm (3.98") of precipitation. The arrival of December in Ayia Napa signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a pleasant 22°C (71.6°F) in November to a comfortable 18°C (64.4°F).
• Paralimni - December »
  In Paralimni during December, the rain falls for 11.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation. The months with the lowest UV index in Paralimni are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 4.
• Morphou - December »
  The month with the most rainfall in Morphou is December, when the rain falls for 8 days and typically aggregates up to 109mm (4.29") of precipitation. As the final month of the year, December brings the coldest temperatures and lowest levels of daylight hours, marking the advent of winter in Morphou.