May weather forecast
Nicosia, Cyprus

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The large old town in Nicosia, Cyprus
The large old town in Nicosia, Cyprus

Weather in May

Anticipating summer, Nicosia in May witnesses an abrupt surge in temperatures with average highs of 29.7°C (85.5°F) being recorded. Meanwhile, the city soaks up the sun with an average of 10.7 hours of daily sunshine, one of the highest in the year, basking the city in a vivid light. The weather turns drier in May, with rainfall drastically minimized, marking the arrival of the dry summer months. The city sees the days growing longer and warmer, contrasting the mild clime of April. Locals begin to adapt their routines to account for the inevitable surge of summer heat in the coming months.

Temperature

The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a moderately hot 24.3°C (75.7°F) in April to a still warm 29.7°C (85.5°F). Against the high May temperatures, Nicosia records an average drop to a mild 14.8°C (58.6°F) at night.

Rainfall

In Nicosia, in May, it is raining for 2.7 days, with typically 24mm (0.94") of accumulated precipitation. In Nicosia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 43.1 days and collects up to 342mm (13.46") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Nicosia, Cyprus, is 14h and 1min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 19:33. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:55 EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Nicosia is 9. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 9 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Ensure precautions are always in place. The risk to skin and eyes is high without them. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Apply and frequently reapply a minimum SPF 30 sunscreen even on cloudy days, especially after swimming or an outdoor workout.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Nicosia during May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Nicosia are 29.7°C (85.5°F) and 14.8°C (58.6°F) respectively.

How much does it rain in Nicosia in May?

In Nicosia, during May, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

What is the average length of the day in May in Nicosia?

In Nicosia, the average day length in May is 14h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Nicosia?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 19:33. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:34 and sunset at 19:55 EEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Nicosia?

In Nicosia, Cyprus, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Nicosia?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Nicosia, Cyprus, is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Nicosia, Cyprus

Average temperature in May - Nicosia, Cyprus
  • Average high temperature in May: 29.7°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (37.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (15.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 14.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (22.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (5.2°C).

Average rainfall in May
Nicosia, Cyprus

Average rainfall in May - Nicosia, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall in May: 23.5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (65.8mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (1.3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nicosia, Cyprus

Average rainfall days in May - Nicosia, Cyprus
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (7.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (0.1 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nicosia, Cyprus

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Nicosia, Cyprus
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average UV index in May
Nicosia, Cyprus

Average UV index in May - Nicosia, Cyprus
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 11).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Nicosia, Cyprus

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