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Sea temperature in Cyprus in December
20°Cwarm · monthly average
The sea around Cyprus averages 20°C in December. Refreshing — comfortable for most swimmers after a brief acclimatisation.
Monthly sea temperatures across the year
Best swim months
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov
Warmest month
August (28°C)
Coolest month
February (17°C)
Best beaches in Cyprus
Famagusta
Konnos Bay
Turquoise sheltered headland cove.
Famagusta
Makronissos
Soft white-sand Cyprus family beach.
Famagusta
Landa Beach
Compact Ayia Napa bay.
Famagusta
Vrysoudia
Trio of small turquoise coves.
Paphos
Coral Bay
Cyprus's flagship western family beach.
Paphos
Lara Beach
Wild turtle-nesting beach in Akamas park.
Paphos
Blue Lagoon
Translucent bay reached by boat or jeep.
Paphos
Geroskipou Beach
Long Paphos blue-flag promenade beach.
Limassol
Lady's Mile
Six-km flat shallow beach near the salt lake.