Limassol is hot in summer — inland heat reaches the coast more than in Paphos — and mild in winter.
Season by season
Spring (March–May)
Comfortable temperatures for Kourion and city walks; Carnival and Easter fall in this period in many years.
Summer (June–August)
Hot and humid, with highs often above 30 °C. Beach and nightlife season; do the ancient sites at opening time.
Autumn (September–November)
Warm sea, the wine festival and pleasant evenings — an excellent time.
Winter (December–February)
Mild and quieter, with some rain; the city stays lively year-round.
Month by month
| Month | Avg high / low | Wet days | Daylight | Our verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 17° / 7°C | ≈9 | ≈10 h | Quiet & cheap |
| February | 17° / 7°C | ≈8 | ≈11 h | Quiet & cheap |
| March | 19° / 9°C | ≈6 | ≈12 h | Good |
| April | 23° / 12°C | ≈3 | ≈13 h | Best |
| May | 27° / 16°C | ≈2 | ≈14 h | Best |
| June | 30° / 20°C | ≈0 | ≈14.5 h | Good |
| July | 33° / 22°C | ≈0 | ≈14.2 h | Peak season |
| August | 33° / 23°C | ≈0 | ≈13.4 h | Peak season |
| September | 30° / 20°C | ≈1 | ≈12.3 h | Best |
| October | 27° / 16°C | ≈3 | ≈11.2 h | Best |
| November | 22° / 12°C | ≈5 | ≈10.3 h | Good |
| December | 18° / 9°C | ≈8 | ≈9.8 h | Quiet & cheap |
Approximate long-term averages, rounded; daylight is the approximate time between sunrise and sunset mid-month. Summer sun is strong — plan outdoor sightseeing for mornings and evenings.
Festivals & events
- February / March Limassol Carnival — parades and fancy dress in the ten days before Orthodox Lent.
- March / April / May Orthodox Easter; dates vary each year.
- Late August / early September Limassol Wine Festival in the municipal gardens (held most years — check the programme).
- Summer Performances in the ancient theatre at Kourion.
Crowds & booking ahead
July, August and carnival week are busiest; book hotels well ahead for carnival weekend. Winter is quiet but the city never really shuts.
