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Paphos Weather in May, Cyprus

Paphos Averages May

PAPHOS AVERAGES FOR MAY

  • What is Average Temperature?
    The average high temperature and the average low temperature for that month, on a daily basis, divided by 2 equals the average temperature for that month

    Temperature

    20°C
    68°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    High Temperature

    25°C
    77°F
  • What is Average High Low Temperature?
    The sum of high temperatures/low temperatures divided by the number of days in that month, recorded daily

    Low Temperature

    15°C
    59°F
  • What is Average Day Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunrise and sunset

    Day Temperature

    22°C
    72°F
  • What is Average Night Temperature?
    The average temperature recorded between sunset and sunrise

    Night Temperature

    20°C
    68°F
  • What is Average Sea Temperature?
    Average daily sea temperatures and divided by the number of days in the month. Sea Temperatures are taken from buoys, ships and even satellites can calculate sea temperature based on energy that is radiated from the sea's surface

    Sea Temperature

    20°C
    68°F
  • What are Average Daily Sunshine Hours?
    Total sunshine hours for the month, divided by the number of days in the month. Sunshine hours are taken with a sunshine recorder, either a Campbell-Stokes recorder or an Eppley Pyreheliometer

    Sunshine Hours

    11 hours
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall Days

    1.3 days
  • What is Average Rainfall?
    The amount of mm in rain for that month divided by the number of days, and the number of days that it rains during that month on average, over a given period of years

    Rainfall

    5.3 mm

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Paphos Daily Averages May

May 2024 Daily Averages

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1 Avg 19º 66º
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2 Avg 20º 68º
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3 Avg 19º 66º
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4 Avg 19º 66º
5 Avg 19º 66º
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10 Avg 19º 66º
11 Avg 18º 64º
12 Avg 19º 66º
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14 Avg 19º 66º
15 Avg 19º 66º
16 Avg 19º 66º
17 Avg 20º 68º
18 Avg 22º 72º
19 Avg 21º 70º
20 Avg 21º 70º
21 Avg 20º 68º
22 Avg 20º 68º
23 Avg 20º 68º
24 Avg 21º 70º
25 Avg 21º 70º
26 Avg 20º 68º
27 Avg 22º 72º
28 Avg 21º 70º
29 Avg 21º 70º
30 Avg 21º 70º
31 Avg 21º 70º
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What's The Weather Like in Paphos in May?

May is generally a warm rather than hot month in Paphos, unlike in inland parts of the island, thanks to the cooling effects of the neighbouring sea.

How Hot Is Paphos In May?

There is an average daytime maximum temperature of 19.5°C created by lows of 14.5°C and highs of 24.2°C. Heatwaves occasionally crop up, thanks to plumes of hot air from northern Africa via southerly winds, and temperatures as high as 35°C are observed on rare occasions.

Does it Rain In Paphos In May?

is usually a very dry month and some Mays pass by without any measurable rainfall. The mean precipitation total is 5.3mm, spread over an average of 2.5 wet days per month. 

Paphos Sunshine Hours

The daily weather in May is usually dry and very sunny, and this is reflected by the average sunshine totals, with a mean of 344 hours of bright sunshine per month, amounting to an average of 11.1 hours per day.

How Humid is Paphos in May?

The average humidity for Paphos in May is at 69%, is a little higher than during April, in spite of the warmer, drier and sunnier nature of the month.

Can You Swim In The Sea in Paphos in May?

The average sea temperature climbs to 20°C during May, which is swimmable but rather on the cool side.

Hotels for Paphos in May

Louis Imperial Beach

There are many good hotels to choose from in the Paphos area. The Louis Imperial Beach at Poseidon Ave, PO Box 60284, is notable for being surrounded by some impressive exotic gardens, and offers 4-star accommodation.

Almyra Hotel

The Almyra Hotel at Poseidonos Avenue boasts 5-star accommodation which is particularly suitable for families, and also boasts a health spa and conference rooms, among other facilities.

Paradisos Hills Hotel

A good traditional bed and breakfast option is the Paradisos Hills Hotel at the outskirts of the village of Lysos, which also boasts some good sea views.

Anemi Hotel Apartments

There are some reasonable budget options in Paphos too, including the Anemi Hotel Apartments at Kikeronos Street, Box 60404.

Avanti Hotel

The Avanti Hotel at Poseidon Avenue, PO Box 61082, offers good self-catering options.

Beaches for May for Paphos 

Faros Beach

May is a good time of year to try out Paphos's many beaches, for it is prior to the main onset of tourists and the weather is usually dry, sunny and moderately hot. Faros Beach is a sandy beach at the west end of Paphos which contains sun beds and umbrellas for sunbathing, and also houses a beach volleyball court for those after something more active.

Vrysoudia Beach A

Vrysoudia Beach A is a Blue Flag resort and features an assortment of sun beds and umbrellas and opportunities for water sports, including surfing.

Restaurants and Bars for Paphos in May

Sienna Restaurant

Paphos has many good restaurants selling local cuisine (Cypriot and Greek cuisine are both heavily featured) and the Sienna Restaurant at Chlorakas Avenue, Panareti's Court 3 has a good selection of Cypriot food.

Duomo Ristorante Italiano

There are also many good Italian restaurants, and Duomo Ristorante Italiano at the corner of Vasilissis Verinikis and Tombs of the Kings Road, has a wide-ranging menu with traditional Italian cuisine.

Kikklos Wine & Cocktail Bar

The Kikklos Wine & Cocktail Bar at Coral Bay, near Pergia, serves some good local and international wines and cocktails and also provides some pub food for those after a quick bite to eat.

Namaste Live Music Bar

A livelier and noisier option is the Namaste Live Music Bar, which features local acts and international performers and a weekly "open mike" event.

Things to do in Paphos in May

Paphos Bird and Animal Park

May is quite a good time to check out animal-related attractions, since the weather is reliable without being remarkably hot. The Paphos Bird and Animal Park features a large array of animals, including a reptile house with Nile crocodiles, and numerous types of snakes. There is also an indoor amphitheatre which has regular parrot and owl shows. There is a petting farm and a souvenir shop, so adults and children should all be entertained.

Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station

For a relatively secluded nature spot, the Lara Bay Turtle Conservation Station at Akamas is a pleasant beach, with a sandy area in the south-east of the bay, which houses numerous turtles that are being conserved (especially the Chelonia mydas species, which is in danger of extinction) and there is a hut telling visitors about the turtles.

Latchi Watersports Centre

Fans of water sports are particularly well catered for in the Paphos area. Latchi Watersports Centre at Latchi Harbour, Paphos offers a large range of water sports. There are options for self drive boat hire, including standard boats and luxury options. Customers can try jet ski hire, sailing, parasailing, tube rides, water ski trips, pedalo and kayaking trips, and more.

Windsurfing

Novices at windsurfing can try out windsurfing lessons, in which an instructor is beside you at all times on a safety boat while training, while there are also similar sailing lessons offered for sailing novices. There are good facilities for both adults and children, for example children as young as 3 years old are permitted to try water skiing. In addition to all of this, the centre also provides PADI dive courses and dive trips, including a trip to the famous Zenobia Wreck.

Dates for the diary

Musical Festival

In May, in the village of Geroskipou, Ierokipia, a ten-day musical festival featuring theatre performances and concerts, with many musical and dance performances. Many of the events are held in the main village centre. The Anthestiria Flower Festival is also held annually in May at Poseidonos Avenue along the harbour at Kato Paphos, and features parades of flowers, celebrating the arrival of spring.

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