Ayia Napa in December: weather, sea and travel tips
Is December a good time to visit?
December in Ayia Napa suits seaside walks over summer warmth. Days average +18 °C, and rainy days call for flexible plans. Another month is a better fit for a holiday intended to be spent entirely on the beach.
Weather in December
Compare the three parts of December below and choose dates that suit your plans. Check the forecast closer to departure.
- Water
- +20 °C
- Daytime air
- +18 °C
- Night-time air
- +16 °C
Early, mid or late December?
| Travel dates | Day | Night | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–10 December | +19 °C | +17 °C | +21 °C |
| 11–20 December | +18 °C | +16 °C | +20 °C |
| 21–31 December | +17 °C | +15 °C | +19 °C |
Days with precipitation in December
Share of days with precipitation in the weather archive.
Water in December
Seasonal data gives an average water temperature of +20 °C for the month. It averages +21 °C in the first ten days and +19 °C towards the end. These are seasonal averages, so the water on your travel dates can be warmer or cooler. Before your trip, check the water temperature and weather in the forecast for Ayia Napa.
Rainfall in December
In December, the average is 11 days with precipitation. In 2019–2025, the number ranged from 6 to 14 per month. Light precipitation is included in the count. This does not mean that it rains all day.
November, December or January: which should you choose?
| Month | Day | Night | Sea |
|---|---|---|---|
| November | +22 °C | +19 °C | +23 °C |
| December | +18 °C | +16 °C | +20 °C |
| January | +16 °C | +13 °C | +18 °C |
November has warmer days than December. The difference matters if you prefer warmth to cooler walking weather. December has warmer days than January. January offers cooler conditions for walks.
The annual charts for Ayia Napa compare air and sea temperatures with the rest of the year. For a closer look at December, see the December charts and archive by year.
Things to do in December
- In dry weather, Ayia Napa’s fishing harbour offers a short waterside walk with boats to look at. It can be fitted around other plans.
- The International Sculpture Park is an outdoor option. The neighbouring park of Mediterranean plants, cacti and succulents allows a walk to combine art with an interest in plants.
- For a rainy day, Thalassa Museum has a full-size replica of an ancient trading ship and exhibits about marine life. It offers a way to explore the sea’s history when beach weather is unsuitable.
About the data
Air temperatures use the WorldWeatherAI archive for 2019–2025. Precipitation uses data for 2019–2025. Sea temperatures use WorldWeatherAI seasonal data.