Holidays in Ayia Napa can be enjoyed all year round. The classic Mediterranean climate (subtropics) favors it. Winters are warm, summers are hot and the off-season is short. Autumn comes in November, spring comes in February. The resort season opens in April and lasts until November.
There are more than 320 days of sunshine a year. So, whatever month you're visiting Cyprus, take your sunglasses with you. Summer temperatures in Ayia Napa average +30-35°C during the day and +20-25°C at night, while winter temperatures average +15-17°C during the day and +7-10°C at night. The heat peaks in July and August, but is neutralized by refreshing sea breezes and high humidity.
There are no "rainy seasons" in Ayia Napa. From May to October there is virtually no rainfall. Whether there will be enough rain in winter to fill fresh water storage is a major topic of conversation in Cyprus. There are no large rivers on the island, and small rivers dry up in the summer. Artificial reservoirs are filled thanks to desalination plants, snowmelt in the mountains and precipitation. But on vacationers in Ayia Napa such a feature of the climate does not affect. There is plenty of drinking water for tourists.
The vegetation and animal life of Ayia Napa
Ayia Napa is a realm of exotic flora. To see it in all its glory, come here in spring. The most common tree on the island is the olive. It can be found on every corner. The bougainvillea, a beautiful curly bush with brightly colored leaves, is a common sight.
Hibiscus (Chinese rose), araucaria (indoor spruce), and jasmine are also planted outside houses. Orchids, mountain sapphire and sand lily are worth seeing at Cape Greco. When getting acquainted with the vegetation of Ayia Napa, be careful. There are poisonous specimens: oleander, lantana. Seaweed can sting like nettles. Do not try oranges from trees planted along the sidewalks. Their fruit is very sour.
Cyprus' most interesting animal kingdom, the mouflon, is not found in Ayia Napa. To see it, you have to go to the mountains, to the reserve. There are lizards, turtles and chameleons along the coast. There is also something to admire in the sea. It is better not to touch sea inhabitants with your hands, and to some of them you should not swim even close, for example, to jellyfish and fireworms. Sea urchins can also cause a lot of trouble.
The rabbit fish (fugu) has recently appeared in Cypriot waters. You're unlikely to encounter this critter on the beaches of Ayia Napa, but on the wild ones, you may. If you're lucky, you'll also see the spectacular flight of the sea rooster, peacock, rainbow guban and other underwater beauties.
