Weather for Paphos in December is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +63°F during the day, and approximately 9 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 7 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in December around 86 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+63°F
Avg. max. temperature
+41°F
Min.
+75°F
Max.
86 mm
Total precipitation
68%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
9 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
7 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Paphos has good weather in December.
Average temperature in Paphos in December
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Paphos for December based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The expected average maximum temperature in December is +66°F with a maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +55°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 20% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +68°F to +64°F.
Is Paphos warm or cold in December?
Paphos is typically mild in December.
Maximum temperatures go down compared to the previous month from +68°F to +63°F. The minimum temperature also goes down from +63°F to +55°F.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how December is compared to other months in Paphos:
Water temperature in Paphos in December
Water in Paphos in December is Fresh. It varies from +63°F to +71°F, with an average of +67°F.Note that the air temperature is lower than the water temperature, averaging around +63°F.
In December, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Paphos are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +82°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +62°F.
Can you swim in Paphos in December?
Water temperature (+67°F) in Paphos in December might be suited for short swims and acclimatized swimmers might find it refreshing.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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Very warm
+82°C and up
Think of bringing a full-body or shorty wetsuit (3mm-5mm thickness) to provide insulation and maintain body heat.
Climate in Paphos in December
Paphos weather looks like this, on average, in December and the surrounding months.
November
December
January
Avg. temperature
+68°F
+63°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+48°F
+41°F
+39°F
Max. temperature
+84°F
+75°F
+73°F
Rainfall
45 mm
86 mm
81 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+71°F
+67°F
+64°F
Humidity
66%
68%
69%
Air pressure
1016 HPa
1017 HPa
1016 HPa
Sunny days
14
9
7
Cloudy days
6
8
8
Rainy days
5
7
9
Snowy days
0
0
0
December weather is still as good as in November.It’s getting colder in December. From +68°F in the day, the average maximum temperature lowers to +63°F.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 45 mm to 86 mm.Humidity rises from 66% to 68%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during December, staying around 3 m/s.The days becoming less sunny, going from 14 sunny days in November to 9 in December.
Next month (January) brings a further decline in the weather.
Wind speed in Paphos in December based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 7 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Paphos is gradually increasing during December, going from 2 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during December in Paphos based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in December is about 60 mm, with a 29% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 21 mm, which is considered light rain.On average, there are about 9 rainy days during December, so prepare to bring an umbrella.
December is one of the rainiest months in Paphos, here is a comparison with other months, total mm:
Paphos wettest month is December, where a typical day has a 23% chance of precipitation and 86 mm of rainfall per day. July, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 0% chance of precipitation and 0 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last December in Paphos?
This is the weather in Paphos in December 2023:
1 December
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+68°F
2 December
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+68°F
3 December
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+69°F
4 December
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+73°F
5 December
☀️
+71°F
6 December
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+66°F
7 December
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+67°F
8 December
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+64°F
9 December
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+63°F
10 December
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+64°F
11 December
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+64°F
12 December
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+64°F
13 December
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+66°F
14 December
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+66°F
15 December
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+67°F
16 December
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+69°F
17 December
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+68°F
18 December
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+67°F
19 December
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+65°F
20 December
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+67°F
21 December
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+66°F
22 December
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+62°F
23 December
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+64°F
24 December
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+65°F
25 December
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+65°F
26 December
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+65°F
27 December
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+68°F
28 December
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+69°F
29 December
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+67°F
30 December
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+65°F
31 December
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+64°F
In December 2023 Paphos had 19 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 5 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +66°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +63°F. The average humidity was 76%, with a maximum of 94% and a minimum of 50%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 12 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in December?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Paphos climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Paphos in December has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1992 (+67°F) and the highest in 2020 (+76°F). The driest year was 2008 with only 174 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2012 with 684 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Paphos in December:
Is December a good time to visit Paphos?
December is a really good time to go to Paphos. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Paphos.
Can you sunbathe in Paphos in December?
December has mild temperatures in Paphos. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Paphos in December?
In general, you can swim in Paphos in December, if you want to, at an average water temperature of +67°F. But it will feel quite cool, and some precautions are necessary to ensure your comfort and safety.
Is Paphos rainy in December?
Paphos is often rainy in December. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Paphos in December?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Paphos in December, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Paphos, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.