April weather forecast
Paphos, Cyprus

April signifies the true arrival of spring in Paphos with delightfully mild and dry weather. The rain showers are reduced remarkably to 19mm (0.75"), making it one of the driest months of the year. Residents and tourists can appreciate the blooming flora under the increasingly warmer sun, making picnics and treks popular. The lengthening daylight hours provide ideal conditions for photography, painting, and sightseeing. The sea tempts swimmers with its slowly warming waters.

Temperature

The introduction of April sees an average high-temperature of a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F), hardly deviating from March. During the month of April, Paphos experiences a steady low-temperature average of 11.3°C (52.3°F).

Rainfall

In April, the rain falls for 4.1 days. Throughout April, 19mm (0.75") of precipitation is accumulated. In Paphos, during the entire year, the rain falls for 46.8 days and collects up to 387mm (15.24") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Paphos, in April, the average water temperature is 17.9°C (64.2°F).
Note: For most, swimming in 17.9°C (64.2°F) is not an enjoyable activity. Furthermore, controlling your breathing becomes progressively more difficult as the water temperature decreases from 21°C (69.8°F) to 15°C (59°F).

Daylight

In Paphos, the average length of the day in April is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:36 and sunset at 19:11. On the last day of April, sunrise is at 06:00 and sunset at 19:34 EEST.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine in Paphos is 9h.

UV index

In Paphos, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In April, the maximum UV index of 7 transforms into these recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.