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Averages for Limassol in February

February is the last month of Cyprus's winter season. Therefore, holidaymakers in Limassol should expect some relatively cold weather.

Average temperatures are around 12⁰ C (54⁰ F), with highs reaching 16⁰ C (61⁰ F) and lows sinking to around 8⁰ C (46⁰ F). Therefore, people on holiday In Limassol should ensure they pack some warm clothes.

Limassol receives very little rainfall in February. It averages 75 mm of precipitation and has around 11 days of rain.

The beautiful port city also receives about 6 hours of sunshine a day during February.

Although Limassol is well known for having numerous festivals throughout the year, they all pale in comparison to the Carnival, which is held in February throughout the city.

The festival, which begins about two weeks before Lent, lasts for a fortnight and begins when the King of Carnival enters the town. This is followed by masquerades, partying and feasting.

The famous carnival is split in two parts. The first part is called Kreatini (meat week). Most people will consume a lot of meat during this week as it is the last time they will be able to do so before Easter.

The second part is called Tyrini (or Cheese Week). During this week, people will be expected to eat cheese and other dairy products.

Apart from participating in the Carnival Festival, people on holiday to Limassol should also visit Kourion. Also known as the Ancient City of Curium, this famous tourist attraction is a short drive west of Limassol.

The beauty of Kourion is that holidaymakers aren't just treated to a normal walk around the ruins; they can opt to take horse rides or visit the organic farmers and sample some of their produce. They are also offered excellent champagne to wash the fruits down with.