The best times to visit Kakopetria for ideal weather are

April 2nd to May 27th

or

October 8th to December 2nd

based on average temperature and humidity from NOAA (the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration). Read below for more weather and travel details.

 

 


Other Kakopetria Travel Info

Weather in Kakopetria

Temperature

Average temperatures in Kakopetria vary greatly. Considering humidity, temperatures feel nice most of the year, excluding some hot weeks in the summer, with a very low chance of precipitation throughout the year. The area is somewhat temperate — in the 59th percentile for pleasant weather — compared to tourist destinations worldwide. Weeks with ideal weather are listed above. If you’re looking for the very warmest time to visit Kakopetria, the hottest months are August, July, and then June. See average monthly temperatures below. The warmest time of year is generally mid to late August where highs are regularly around 95.5°F (35.3°C) with temperatures rarely dropping below 70°F (21.1°C) at night.

Kakopetria Temperatures (Fahrenheit)

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Kakopetria Temperatures (Celsius)

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“Feels-Like” Temperatures

The way we experience weather isn’t all about temperature. Higher temperatures affect us much more at higher humidity, and colder temperatures feel piercing with high winds. Our perceived temperatures factor in humidity and wind chill to better represent how hot or cold the day feels to a person.

Kakopetria Perceived Temperature (F)

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Kakopetria Perceived Temperature (C)

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Average Kakopetria Temperatures by Month

Daily highs (averaged for the month) usually give the best indication of the weather. A significantly lower mean and low generally just means it gets colder at night.

Show Fahrenheit

Month Avg. High (°F) Avg. Mean (°F) Avg. Low (°F)
Jan 61.4 56.6 42.3
Feb 62.3 57.7 41.8
Mar 68 63.5 44.3
Apr 74.5 70.1 49.5
May 80.9 77 58.8
Jun 88.3 84.8 65.8
Jul 92.9 89.4 70
Aug 94 90.3 70.5
Sep 88.1 84.4 65.2
Oct 82 77.4 58.2
Nov 74.1 68.9 50.3
Dec 65.4 60.3 45.3

Show Celsius

Month Avg. High (°C) Avg. Mean (°C) Avg. Low (°C)
Jan 16.3 13.7 5.7
Feb 16.8 14.3 5.4
Mar 20 17.5 6.8
Apr 23.6 21.2 9.7
May 27.2 25 14.9
Jun 31.3 29.3 18.8
Jul 33.8 31.9 21.1
Aug 34.4 32.4 21.4
Sep 31.2 29.1 18.4
Oct 27.8 25.2 14.6
Nov 23.4 20.5 10.2
Dec 18.6 15.7 7.4

 


 

Precipitation (Rain or Snow)

If dry weather is what you’re after, the months with the lowest chance of significant precipitation in Kakopetria are August, July, and then June. Note that we define “significant precipitation” as .1 inches or more in this section. The lowest chance of rain or snow occurs around late May. For example, on the week of May 21st there are no days of precipitation on average. By contrast, it’s most likely to rain or snow in early January with an average of 1 days of significant precipitation the week of January 1st.

When can you find snow in Kakopetria? Weather stations report no annual snow. Please note that a value of 0 for snow in the graph below may either mean there was no snow, or that snow is unreported.

Chance of Precipitation

The graph below shows the % chance of rainy and snowy days in Kakopetria.

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Snow on the Ground

The graph below shows the average snow on the ground in Kakopetria (in).

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Average Rain and Snow by Month

Show Inches

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (in) Total Precipitation (in)
Jan 13% 0 1.8
Feb 12% 0 1
Mar 6% 0 0.7
Apr 5% 0 0.4
May 4% 0 1
Jun 1% 0 0.1
Jul 0% 0 0
Aug 0% 0 0
Sep 1% 0 0.1
Oct 4% 0 0.4
Nov 6% 0 0.6
Dec 11% 0 1.3

Show Centimeters

Month Daily Chance of Rain Average Snow Depth (cm) Total Precipitation (cm)
Jan 13 0 4.6
Feb 12 0 2.5
Mar 6 0 1.8
Apr 5 0 1
May 4 0 2.5
Jun 1 0 0.3
Jul 0 0 0
Aug 0 0 0
Sep 1 0 0.3
Oct 4 0 1
Nov 6 0 1.5
Dec 11 0 3.3

 

Humidity and Wind

Kakopetria has some comfortably humid months, with slightly drier months on the other side of the year. The least humid month is June (40.3% relative humidity), and the most humid month is January (58.5%).

Wind in Kakopetria is usually moderate. The windiest month is June, followed by April and May. June’s average wind speed of around 8.8 knots (10.1 MPH or 16.3 KPH) is considered “a gentle breeze.” Maximum sustained winds (the highest speed for the day lasting more than a few moments) are at their highest in early June where average top sustained speeds reach 14.8 knots, which is considered a moderate breeze.

Relative Humidity (%)

The graph below shows the average % humidity by month in Kakopetria.

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Wind

The graph below shows wind speed (max and average) in knots.

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Max Sustained Wind
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Average Wind Speeds

Show Wind Speeds

All wind speeds are in knots. 1 knot = 1.15 MPH or 1.85 KPH.

Month Avg. Wind Avg. Wind Feel Sustained High Wind High Wind Feel
Jan 5.6 Light breeze 9.2 Gentle breeze
Feb 6.7 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Mar 7.5 Gentle breeze 12.5 Gentle breeze
Apr 8.4 Gentle breeze 13.5 Significant breeze
May 8.2 Gentle breeze 13.1 Gentle breeze
Jun 8.8 Gentle breeze 13.6 Significant breeze
Jul 7.6 Gentle breeze 12.1 Gentle breeze
Aug 7.5 Gentle breeze 11.9 Significant breeze
Sep 7.7 Gentle breeze 12.9 Gentle breeze
Oct 5.9 Light breeze 10.6 Gentle breeze
Nov 4.9 Light breeze 8.6 Gentle breeze
Dec 5.2 Light breeze 8.8 Gentle breeze

Show Relative Humidity by Month

Month Avg. Relative Humidity
Jan 58.5%
Feb 56.5%
Mar 49%
Apr 43.7%
May 44.3%
Jun 40.3%
Jul 41.9%
Aug 43.2%
Sep 45.4%
Oct 44.2%
Nov 46.2%
Dec 55.5%

 

Is it Safe to Travel to Kakopetria?

Our best data indicates this area is generally safe, except in a few regions. As of Dec 04, 2023 there are regional travel advisories for Cyprus; exercise normal security precautions and avoid some areas. Check this page for any recent changes or regions to avoid: Travel Advice and Advisories. This advisory was last updated on Oct 26, 2023.


 

The Busiest and Least Crowded Months

The busiest month for tourism in Kakopetria, Cyprus is July, followed by August and May. Prices for hotels and flights will be most expensive during these months, though you can save if you purchase well in advance. Tourists are unlikely to visit Kakopetria in December. Those willing to visit at these times will likely find it the least expensive month.

Estimated Tourism by Month

 

Most Popular Months to Visit

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Tourists Seeking Accommodations

Tourism graph is based on Google searches for services used by tourists relative to the rest of the year. Tourism data for this area is extrapolated based on nearby areas. Displayed data is calculated relative to the peak, so a score of 19.1 in December means 19.1% of the tourists vs. July.

 

 

Overall Kakopetria Travel Experience by Season

Spring (March through May)

Humidity and temperatures combine to make this season feel warm. Highs range from 84.4°F (29.1°C) and 63.7°F (17.6°C) with warmer temperatures in the later months. Rain is rare with 1 to 2 days of significant precipitation per month. Spring is the second busiest for tourism, which makes it a good time for those looking for things to do.

Summer (June through August)

The middle-year months have hot weather with high temperatures that are quite warm. These months see the least precipitation with about 0 days of precipitation per month. June – August is the busiest season for tourism in Kakopetria, so lodging and other accommodations may cost more than usual.

Fall (September through November)

Fall daily highs range from 90.2°F (32.3°C) and 70.9°F (21.6°C), which will feel very nice given the humidity and wind. It rains or snows a normal amount: 0 to 2 days per month. Tourism is the slowest during these months due to the weather, so hotels may be affordably priced.

Winter (December through February)

Weather is somewhat cool this time of year in Kakopetria to be enjoyable for warm weather travelers. The average high during this season is between 67.3°F (19.6°C) and 59.9°F (15.5°C). On average, it rains or snows a smalll amount: 3 to 4 times per month. These times of year are fairly slow with tourists.

 

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