Tombs of the Kings
Paphos, Cyprus UNESCO World Heritage Site
The Tombs of the Kings in Paphos, Cyprus, is a necropolis and part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is one of the most looked-up sights in the country on English Wikipedia, ranking 2nd among 15 sights. This 18-meter elevation site offers visitors a look into ancient burial architecture.
Planning a visit
July and August are the warmest months with daily highs of 28 °C and almost no rain, while January and December see the highest rainfall with about 127 mm to 129 mm of rain over 13 to 14 days. Daily highs range from 14 °C in February to 28 °C in July and August. The site is open daily from 08:30 to 16:30, with ticket offices closing and exit-only access from 16:30 to 17:00. There is an admission fee.
The nearest airport is Paphos International Airport, located 10 km away. The capital city of Nicosia is 98 km away. Nearby sights to combine with a visit include the Sanctuary of Aphrodite Paphia at 17.3 km, Kourion at 45.9 km, and Kolossi Castle at 49.9 km.
Weather by month
The warmest month is August, with an average high of 28 °C. The wettest is December, with about 129 mm of rain.
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average high, °C | 15 | 15 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 26 | 28 | 28 | 27 | 24 | 20 | 17 |
| Average low, °C | 12 | 12 | 13 | 15 | 18 | 22 | 24 | 25 | 23 | 21 | 17 | 14 |
| Rainfall, mm | 127 | 96 | 64 | 28 | 14 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 6 | 36 | 81 | 129 |
| Rainy days | 14 | 8 | 9 | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 5 | 8 | 13 |
Temperatures and rainfall: 1981–2010 averages for this spot (4 km grid), from CHELSA. Rainy days: 2015–2024, NASA POWER.
