Climate Insights for Káto Defterá

Káto Defterá, Nicosia District, Cyprus

Hottest
July
36°C peak
Coldest
January
6°C low
Wettest
January
78mm rain
Best to Visit
April, May, October
Mild temps & low rain

Climate Overview

The climate in Káto Defterá is warm and mild. The average annual temperature is 20°C and approximately 407mm of precipitation falls per year. January is the wettest month, receiving around 78mm of rainfall. Káto Defterá is in the Northern Hemisphere. Summer begins at the end of June and lasts through September. The summer months are: July, August, September. The coldest months are January, February, December, when temperatures can drop to 6°C.

Temperature

10° 20° 30° 40° Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Max: 15° Average: 10° Min: 6° Feb Max: 16° Average: 11° Min: 6° Mar Max: 19° Average: 14° Min: 9° Apr Max: 24° Average: 18° Min: 12° May Max: 29° Average: 23° Min: 17° Jun Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Jul Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Aug Max: 36° Average: 30° Min: 24° Sep Max: 33° Average: 27° Min: 21° Oct Max: 28° Average: 22° Min: 17° Nov Max: 22° Average: 16° Min: 12° Dec Max: 17° Average: 12° Min: 8°
Max
Average
Min

Temperatures in Káto Defterá vary considerably across the year, with a 30°C difference between the coldest and warmest months. July is the hottest month, with daytime highs reaching 36°C and an average of 30°C. January is the coolest month, with minimum temperatures around 6°C and an average of 10°C. On average, daily temperatures fluctuate by about 11°C between overnight lows and afternoon highs. The sharpest temperature change occurs between October and November, with a 5°C shift in average temperatures.

Precipitation

0mm 25mm 50mm 75mm 100mm Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Precipitation: 78mm Feb Precipitation: 55mm Mar Precipitation: 48mm Apr Precipitation: 39mm May Precipitation: 24mm Jun Precipitation: 10mm Jul Precipitation: 2mm Aug Precipitation: 2mm Sep Precipitation: 13mm Oct Precipitation: 25mm Nov Precipitation: 45mm Dec Precipitation: 66mm
Precipitation

Káto Defterá is a relatively dry area, receiving approximately 407mm of precipitation annually, which averages out to around 34mm per month. The wettest month is January, averaging 78mm of rainfall. December and February also tend to see above-average precipitation. The driest month is July, with just 2mm. That's 76mm less than January, the wettest month. Rainfall is heavily concentrated in certain months, creating a distinct wet and dry season. Visitors should plan around these patterns, as the difference between peak and low months is dramatic.

Wind

0km/h 5km/h 10km/h Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Wind Speed: 8km/h Feb Wind Speed: 7km/h Mar Wind Speed: 8km/h Apr Wind Speed: 7km/h May Wind Speed: 7km/h Jun Wind Speed: 6km/h Jul Wind Speed: 6km/h Aug Wind Speed: 5km/h Sep Wind Speed: 6km/h Oct Wind Speed: 6km/h Nov Wind Speed: 7km/h Dec Wind Speed: 7km/h
Wind Speed

Káto Defterá is relatively calm, with an average annual wind speed of 7km/h. For context, sustained winds below 12km/h are generally light, while anything above 25km/h is considered strong. The windiest month is March, averaging 8km/h, though still comfortable for most outdoor activities. The calmest conditions occur in August, with average winds dropping to 5km/h, making it an ideal period for wind-sensitive activities. There is moderate seasonal variation in wind speed, with a 3km/h gap between the calmest and windiest months.

Seasons

Winter
Dec 21
Spring
Mar 20
Summer
Jun 21
Autumn
Sep 23

89 days until Winter

It is currently autumn in Káto Defterá, which began on September 23, 2026. Káto Defterá is in the Northern Hemisphere, where spring begins in March, summer in June, autumn in September, and winter in December. The warmest period peaks in July at around 36°C, while the coldest stretch bottoms out in January near 6°C. Winter is next, beginning on December 21, 2026 (89 days from now).

Spring

Temperatures range from 9 to 29°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 111mm over the season and a monthly average of 37mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. Light layers work well as temperatures warm through the season. It is a great time to be outdoors.

Summer

Temperatures range from 21 to 36°C. Precipitation is minimal, with only around 14mm for the entire season. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Light, breathable clothing is ideal. Perfect conditions for outdoor activities.

Autumn

Temperatures range from 12 to 33°C. Rainfall is relatively light, with around 83mm over the season and a monthly average of 28mm. Winds are generally light, averaging 6km/h. Layered clothing works best as temperatures gradually cool. Enjoy the crisp air and changing scenery.

Winter

Temperatures range from 6 to 17°C. Precipitation is moderate at around 199mm for the season, averaging 66mm per month. Winds are generally light, averaging 7km/h. A light jacket or sweater is usually sufficient, though cooler evenings may call for an extra layer.

Best Time to Visit

Jan 10°
Feb 11°
Mar 14°
Apr 18°
May 23°
Jun 27°
Jul 30°
Aug 30°
Sep 27°
Oct 22°
Nov 16°
Dec 12°

The best time to visit Káto Defterá is during April, May, October and November, when the weather is most comfortable for travellers. During these months, average temperatures hover around 20°C with modest rainfall averaging 33mm per month. By contrast, July can be uncomfortably hot with highs reaching 36°C, while January is the coldest period with lows dropping to 6°C. A light rain jacket is recommended, though showers are generally brief and shouldn't disrupt your plans.

Monthly Climate Data

The table below shows monthly climate averages for Káto Defterá based on historical weather data. Min and max temperatures represent typical overnight lows and afternoon highs for each month, shown in degrees Celsius (°C). Precipitation is measured in millimetres (mm) and indicates the average total rainfall per month. Wind speed is the average sustained speed in kilometres per hour (km/h). All values are based on averages from over 10 years of historical weather data. The current month is highlighted for quick reference.

Month
Min Temperature
Max Temperature
Wind Speed
Precipitation
Snow
Jan
6 °C
15 °C
8 km/h
78 mm
0 cm
Feb
6 °C
16 °C
7 km/h
55 mm
0 cm
Mar
9 °C
19 °C
8 km/h
48 mm
0 cm
Apr
12 °C
24 °C
7 km/h
39 mm
0 cm
May
17 °C
29 °C
7 km/h
24 mm
0 cm
Jun
21 °C
33 °C
6 km/h
10 mm
0 cm
Jul
24 °C
36 °C
6 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Aug
24 °C
36 °C
5 km/h
2 mm
0 cm
Sep Current
21 °C
33 °C
6 km/h
13 mm
0 cm
Oct
17 °C
28 °C
6 km/h
25 mm
0 cm
Nov
12 °C
22 °C
7 km/h
45 mm
0 cm
Dec
8 °C
17 °C
7 km/h
66 mm
0 cm
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