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Nicosia

Region · 🇨🇾 Cyprus
Population 56,848
Area 2,715 km²
Time zone Asia/Nicosia, Asia/Famagusta
Official website www.moi.gov.cy/moi/da/dadmin.nsf/dmlmessagenic_gr/dmlmessagenic_gr

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Nicosia's Essential Treasures

Nicosia’s history is defined by its circular Venetian Walls and monumental stone entrances like the Famagusta and Paphos Gates. This selection highlights the city's complex heritage, from the Gothic arches of the Selimiye Mosque to the 16th-century Büyük Han caravansary. Visitors can explore the archaeological collections at the Cyprus Museum, walk the bustling Ledra Street thoroughfare, or visit the historic Hamam Omerye. For a unique vantage point, the Ledra Museum-Observatory provides a clear view over the Green Line, showcasing the architectural and cultural layers of the world’s last divided capital.

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Cyprus Historical Monuments & Museums

Explore the historical evolution of the Nicosia district, from the ancient city-kingdoms of Idalium and Tamassos to the 16th-century Venetian fortifications of Famagusta Gate. This selection includes the Cyprus Museum’s archaeological treasures and the wealthy 11th-century Kykkos Monastery. Discover the 5th-century BC Vouni Palace, the Ottoman-era Hamam Omerye, and the preserved 18th-century rural architecture of Fikardou. The Shacolas Tower provides a panoramic view of the modern divided capital and its complex history.

10 places

Cyprus Religious Heritage

This collection spans centuries of Cypriot history, featuring the UNESCO-listed painted churches of the Troodos Mountains, such as Panagia tou Moutoulla and Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, renowned for their Byzantine frescoes. The list also includes the opulent Kykkos Monastery and the 12th-century Macheras Monastery. In Nicosia, the transition of faiths is visible in the Gothic architecture of the Selimiye Mosque, formerly St. Sophia Cathedral, and the Ottoman-era Arab Ahmet and Omeriye mosques.

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Parks and Recreation Spots

Explore Nicosia’s diverse recreational landscape, ranging from the historic Venetian fortifications at Famagusta Gate to the high-altitude peaks of the Troodos Mountains. This guide covers urban retreats like the Municipal Gardens, extensive forest picnic sites at Platania and Mantra tou Kampiou, and adventure hubs in Kyperounta. Whether visiting the botanical gardens at Amiantos or resting at the remote Stavros tis Psokas station, these locations offer specific amenities including accessible nature trails, traditional fireplaces, and scenic outdoor seating.

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Nicosia — Map

Nicosia — Map

Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: April, May, October, November

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Typical weather in January

Good
  • 15° (feels like 12°) · extremes 6°–19°
  • 10° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 18°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in February

Good
  • 16° (feels like 13°) · extremes 6°–20°
  • 10° at night
  • 8 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 17°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in March

Great
  • 18° (feels like 15°) · extremes 8°–23°
  • 11° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 17 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 17°C · too cold to swim
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Great
  • 22° (feels like 20°) · extremes 11°–28°
  • 14° at night
  • 4 rainy days
  • 20 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 18°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in May

Great
  • 26° · extremes 15°–32°
  • 18° at night
  • 3 rainy days
  • 24 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • 21°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 8 · very high

Typical weather in June

Great
  • 31° · extremes 19°–35°
  • 22° at night
  • 1 rainy day
  • 29 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 24°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high

Typical weather in July

Fair
  • 34° (feels like 35°) · extremes 22°–37°
  • 25° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 30 sunny days
  • 12 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 27°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 9 days above 35°

Typical weather in August

Fair
  • 33° (feels like 35°) · extremes 23°–37°
  • 25° at night
  • 0 rainy days
  • 30 sunny days
  • 11 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 28°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 9 · very high
Up to 8 days above 35°

Typical weather in September

Good
  • 31° (feels like 32°) · extremes 20°–34°
  • 23° at night
  • 2 rainy days
  • 28 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Muggy, humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 27°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in October

Great
  • 27° · extremes 16°–31°
  • 20° at night
  • 5 rainy days
  • 21 sunny days
  • 8 hours of sunshine per day
  • Humid air
  • Calm winds
  • 25°C · warm for swimming
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Great
  • 22° (feels like 20°) · extremes 12°–27°
  • 16° at night
  • 6 rainy days
  • 13 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 23°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in December

Good
  • 17° (feels like 15°) · extremes 8°–21°
  • 12° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • 20°C · cool for a dip
  • UV index 2 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER + Copernicus ERA5-Land and ERA5; NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type G
240 V · 50 Hz
Languages
Greek, Turkish
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Left
Calling code
+357
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Tours & Activities

Ledra Street
Walk
Selimiye Mosque (St Sophia Cathedral)
Walk
Archbishop's Palace

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