January weather forecast
Cyprus

January in Cyprus is the coldest month of the year, marking the peak of the winter season. Average temperatures across the island range from 8°C (46.4°F) to 16°C (60.8°F), with coastal regions being somewhat warmer than the inland areas. Inland cities such as Nicosia experience temperatures between 6°C (42.8°F) and 15°C (59°F), while coastal cities like Limassol have a slightly warmer climate, with temperatures ranging from 10°C (50°F) to 17°C (62.6°F).

Nights can be particularly chilly, especially in the mountainous regions where temperatures occasionally dip below freezing. The Troodos Mountains, being the highest point in Cyprus, often see the mercury drop to -3°C (26.6°F) or lower, and this is where the country experiences most of its snowfall. January brings the maximum snowfall of the year, transforming the Troodos Mountains into a winter wonderland ideal for skiing and other snow-based activities.

January is also one of the rainiest months in Cyprus, second only to December. The island experiences an average precipitation of 80mm (3.15"), with the western and central regions receiving slightly more rainfall than the eastern parts. In comparison to the dry and sunny December, January sees a noticeable increase in cloud cover and decrease in daily sunshine hours, averaging 5 to 6 hours per day.

Following January, February continues the winter trend with similar temperature ranges and rainfall patterns, albeit with a slight increase in daily sunshine hours. Conversely, when compared to the preceding month of December, January sees a marked decrease in temperatures, increase in rainfall, and reduced sunshine hours.

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• Nicosia - January »
  In Nicosia, January is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 15.5°C (59.9°F) and a low of 5.7°C (42.3°F). In Nicosia during January, the rain falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 55mm (2.17") of precipitation.
• Limassol - January »
  Temperature readings in Limassol reach their annual highs in January, averaging 17.6°C (63.7°F) and a minimum average of 8.8°C (47.8°F). In Limassol during January, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation.
• Larnaca - January »
  In Larnaca during January, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 78mm (3.07") of precipitation. The coldest period in Larnaca falls in January and February, when the average high-temperature reaches 16.8°C (62.2°F).
• Paphos - January »
  In Paphos during January, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 80mm (3.15") of precipitation. Prominent weather characteristics in January include cooler temperatures and consistent rainfall, making it a significant wet period in Paphos, Cyprus.
• Famagusta - January »
  In Famagusta the average lowest temperatures are observed in January, with a high of 15.7°C (60.3°F) and a low of 12.9°C (55.2°F). January weather in Famagusta, Cyprus exhibits the winter characteristics of the Mediterranean climate, with milder days and cooler nights.
• Protaras - January »
  With an average high-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 13.2°C (55.8°F), January is the coldest month in Protaras. In January, Protaras, Cyprus experiences the brunt of winter's chill with an average high temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and a low of 13.2°C (55.8°F).
• Ayia Napa - January »
  In Ayia Napa, during January, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 87mm (3.43") of precipitation. In Ayia Napa, in January, during 11 rainfall days, 87mm (3.43") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
• Paralimni - January »
  January stands out as Paralimni's coldest month, with an average high-temperature of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and a low-temperature of 13.1°C (55.6°F). Paralimni's January weather reaches an average high of 15.8°C (60.4°F) and an average low of 13.1°C (55.6°F), making it the coldest month.
• Morphou - January »
  In comparison to the subsequent month, January in Morphou is slightly colder with high and low temperatures averaging 16°C (60.8°F) and 7°C (44.6°F) respectively. In Morphou, Cyprus, during January, the rain falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation.