October weather forecast
Paphos, Cyprus

In Paphos, October marks the transition from summer to the island's brief autumn. Rainfall begins to indicate its presence significantly with 18mm (0.71"). The relatively cooler temperatures invite walks on the dew-kissed Mediterranean beaches. This mild weather creates the perfect setting for exploring the city’s historical places and enjoying late-afternoon coffee sessions. With the decreasing tourist crowd, the city regains its calm equilibrium.

Temperature

Paphos signifies an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 26.6°C (79.9°F) in October, closely mirroring the 28.8°C (83.8°F) of September. Paphos witnesses an average low-temperature of 16.4°C (61.5°F) throughout the month of October.

Rainfall

In Paphos, during October, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 18mm (0.71") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 46.8 rainfall days, and 387mm (15.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Paphos, the average seawater temperature in October is 24.5°C (76.1°F).
Note: A person's cold intolerance, with sunshine, wind, and air temperature, are essential factors for enjoying swimming in 24.5°C (76.1°F) water. (FYI: The Olympic swimming competition requires a water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 28°C (82.4°F).)

Daylight

In October, the average length of the day in Paphos is 11h and 19min.
On the first day of October in Paphos, sunrise is at 06:45 and sunset at 18:34 EEST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:10 and sunset at 16:57 EET.
Note: On Sunday, 27. October 2024, at 04:00, Daylight Saving Time ends, and the time zone changes from EEST to EET. Daylight Saving Time starts again on Sunday, 30. March 2025, at 03:00; consequently, the time zone reverts from EET to EEST.

Sunshine

In Paphos, the average sunshine in October is 9.2h.

UV index

In October, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 5 during October translates into the following recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice! The reflection of water and sand increases the UV radiation significantly.