☀️ Yes! Average temperature: 25°C
Yes! Average temperatures of 25°C make it pleasantly warm and ideal for sun-seekers. Cyprus in May has an average air temperature of 25°C with sea temperatures around 22°C. You can expect 11 hours of sunshine per day and 10mm of rainfall, which means virtually no rain — bone-dry conditions.
The sea is 22°C — refreshing but swimmable, especially on sunny days. With 11 hours of daily sunshine, there's plenty of time to enjoy outdoor activities. Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
Cyprus is one of the top warm destinations for May holidays from the UK. The average flight time from the UK is comfortable and there are usually good deals available for this time of year.
Here's how Cyprus stacks up against similar destinations in May:
| Destination | Air °C | Sea °C | Rain | Sun |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cyprus | 25°C | 22°C | 10mm | 11h |
| Cape Verde | 25°C | 23°C | 0mm | 9h |
| Réunion | 25°C | 26°C | 50mm | 7h |
| Agadir | 24°C | 19°C | 5mm | 9h |
| Mauritius | 26°C | 26°C | 70mm | 7h |
| Mozambique | 26°C | 26°C | 20mm | 8h |
See how Cyprus's temperature changes throughout the year:
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Yes, Cyprus in May has average temperatures of 25°C, making it a warm destination. Sea temperatures are 22°C.
The sea at 22°C is refreshing but swimmable.
Bring summer clothes, sunscreen, sunglasses, and a light cardigan for air-conditioned venues.
May is an excellent time to visit Cyprus with warm weather and 11 hours of daily sunshine.
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