Larnaca
City in Cyprus
Larnaca is a city in Cyprus with a population of 72,000 in 2023. Located 37 km from Nicosia, it draws visitors to sights such as the Church of Saint Lazarus and Hala Sultan Tekke.
What to see
Visitors can explore historical landmarks in the city. Key sights include the Church of Saint Lazarus, Larnaca and Hala Sultan Tekke.
When to go
The warmest months are July and August, with daily highs of 32 °C and lows of 25 °C to 26 °C, and nearly no rain. January and December are the coolest months, with daily highs of 15 °C to 17 °C, lows of 11 °C to 13 °C, and about 72 mm to 73 mm of rain across 12 days.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Larnaca International Airport, situated 5 km from the city.
Top sights in Larnaca
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 32 °C. The wettest is December, with about 73 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 15 | 15 | 17 | 21 | 25 | 29 | 32 | 32 | 30 | 26 | 21 | 17 |
| Average low, °C | 11 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 21 | 16 | 13 |
| Rainfall, mm | 72 | 54 | 35 | 18 | 15 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 5 | 20 | 46 | 73 |
| Rainy days | 13 | 8 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 7 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Larnaca (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Larnaca Salt Lake