Geography of Cyprus
Geography of Cyprus: location, coordinates, elevation, terrain and the places around it.
Geography of Cyprus
Tel Aviv is 229 mi to the south, Ben Gurion Airport is 236 mi to the south, Cappadocia is 252 mi to the north and Israel is 259 mi to the south-east.
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Coordinates: 35°11′8.2″N 33°22′56.3″E (35.1856, 33.3823)
Quick facts about Cyprus
| Type | Country |
|---|---|
| Continent | Europe |
| Continent | Europe |
| Coordinates | 35°11′8.2″N 33°22′56.3″E (35.1856, 33.3823) |
| Capital | Nicosia |
| Population | 1.300.000 |
| Area | 3.572 sq mi |
| ISO code | CY |
| ISO 3166-1 alpha-3 | CYP |
| Currency | Euro (EUR) |
| Languages | Greek, Turkish |
| Calling code | +357 |
| Time zone | Asia/Nicosia |
| Local time | 12:51 PM (UTC+03:00) |
| Best months | March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November |
| Climate | Mediterranean |
Summary
Cyprus is a country in Europe. Cyprus is a country in Europe with its capital at Nicosia. It has a population of about 1.3 million. The capital is Nicosia.
Right now it is 95°F (35°C) in Cyprus with clear sky. It feels like 101°F. Today runs from 77°F to 104°F. Chance of precipitation is 0%. Sightseeing conditions score 8.4/10 - good conditions.
The best time to visit Cyprus is March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November. The climate is Mediterranean. January, February and December tend to be the least comfortable months. July is the warmest month with average highs near 100°F, while February is the coldest with lows near 45°F.
The closest major airport is Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), about 236 mi away.
In plain terms. Today is slightly warmer than average for August. The forecast high of 104°F is 4°F above the 100°F typical for this month. The best window to be outside is roughly 7 AM to 10 AM, when temperature, rain chance and wind line up best. stargazing is the strongest bet in Cyprus today at 10/10. No weather-related travel disruption is expected today. Roads and airports should run normally.
Compiled from this page's own data: atlas facts plus live Open-Meteo readings.
Climate in Cyprus month by month
Average high, average low and total rainfall, based on three years of reanalysis data.
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 62° | 45° | 1,6 in | ★★★★☆ |
| February | 62° | 45° | 1,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| March | 69° | 49° | 1,7 in | ★★★★☆ |
| April | 77° | 54° | 1,8 in | ★★★★☆ |
| May | 84° | 60° | 1,2 in | ★★★★★ |
| June | 97° | 71° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| July | 100° | 75° | 0,5 in | ★★★★☆ |
| August | 100° | 74° | 0,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
| September | 93° | 69° | 0,3 in | ★★★★★ |
| October | 83° | 62° | 0,5 in | ★★★★★ |
| November | 75° | 55° | 1,3 in | ★★★★☆ |
| December | 65° | 48° | 2,1 in | ★★★★☆ |
Climate type: Mediterranean. Source: Open-Meteo archive (ERA5).
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Cyprus?
Cyprus is a country in Europe. Its coordinates are 35.1856, 33.3823. It lies in Europe.
What is the weather like in Cyprus right now?
It is currently 95°F (35°C) with clear sky. Humidity is 29% and wind is 1 mph.
When is the best time to visit Cyprus?
March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November offer the most comfortable conditions in Cyprus, which has a Mediterranean climate. January, February and December are usually the hardest months for outdoor plans.
What time zone is Cyprus in?
Cyprus observes Asia/Nicosia (UTC+03:00). The local time is 12:51 PM.
How many people live in Cyprus?
Cyprus has a population of approximately 1.3 million.
What is the nearest airport to Cyprus?
The closest airports are Ben Gurion Airport (TLV), 236 mi away.
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Data sources and methodology
| Place data | USPOTUS Atlas dataset (countries-v1) - coordinates, hierarchy and facts. |
|---|---|
| Map tiles | OpenStreetMap contributors, CARTO and Esri. |
| Elevation | Open-Meteo digital elevation model where the dataset has no value. |
| Method | Scores, comparisons and advice on this page are computed from the inputs above. Distances are straight-line. Nothing is estimated where data is missing - the block is simply not shown. |
Last updated August 21, 2026 at 12:51 PM local time. Live blocks refresh every 15 minutes; climate averages monthly.
