Limassol
City in Cyprus
Limassol is a city on the southern coast of Cyprus with a population of about 108,000 as of 2021. It is located 63 km from the capital, Nicosia, and draws visitors to its historical sites.
What to see
The area around Limassol contains several historical sites. You can visit the ruins of Kourion and Amathus, which are ancient archaeological locations. Additionally, the area features Kolossi Castle and Limassol Castle.
When to go
The months from May through October offer the driest weather, with very little rain and daily highs ranging from 24 °C to 31 °C. July and August are the hottest months, reaching 30 °C to 31 °C. If you prefer cooler temperatures, the period from January to March sees daily highs between 15 °C and 17 °C, though these months are also the wettest, with up to 96 mm of rain in January and December.
Getting there
The nearest airport is Paphos International Airport, located 51 km away.
Top sights in Limassol
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 31 °C. The wettest is January, with about 96 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 15 | 15 | 17 | 20 | 24 | 28 | 31 | 31 | 29 | 26 | 21 | 17 |
| Average low, °C | 11 | 11 | 12 | 15 | 19 | 23 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 21 | 17 | 13 |
| Rainfall, mm | 96 | 79 | 48 | 21 | 12 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 4 | 22 | 60 | 96 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 9 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 9 | 12 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for Limassol (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
Also worth a look
- Limassol Castle