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Kakopetriá, Cyprus
Nicosia · Cyprus
Kakopetriá is a small town in Nicosia, Cyprus with a population of 1,255. Elevation: 2,244 ft (684 m). Average temperature: 56°F (13°C).
Data updated June 2026
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About Kakopetriá
Kakopetria is a town in Cyprus located 55 kilometres (34 mi) southwest of the capital, Nicosia, on the north-facing foothills of the Troodos Mountains. It stands at an altitude of 667 metres and it is the highest village in the Solea Valley. The community has about 1,200 permanent inhabitants and a couple hundred more who either have a summer house or are originally from Kakopetria but work in Nicosia. Near Kakopetria there is church from 11th century, Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis, UNESCO World Heritage Site.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,255 |
| Population Density | 98 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 2,244 ft (684 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.9877°, 32.9047° |
| Timezone | Asia/Nicosia |
| Country | 🇨🇾 Cyprus |
| State / Province | Nicosia |
| Average Temperature | 56°F (13°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.8 inches (783 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Kakopetriá
Kakopetriá is a small town in Cyprus (Nicosia) with a population of 1,255. The city sits at an elevation of 2,244 feet (684 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 56°F (13°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 72°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 30.8 inches. The timezone is Asia/Nicosia.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above Cyprus avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
| Sunny Days | 280 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 2,244 ft (684 m) |
| Area | 12.8 sq mi (33.2 km²) |
| Population Density | 98/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.9877°N, 32.9047°W |
| Timezone | Asia/Nicosia |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Tsunami History
2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.
| Year | Location | Cause | Max Wave | Deaths | Distance |
| 1953 | LEVANTIAN SEA | Earthquake | — | 40 | 59 km |
| 1222 | CYPRUS ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 53 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 6.3 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 41°F (5°C) | 4.7 in | |
| March | 45°F (7°C) | 3.9 in | |
| April | 53°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | |
| May | 60°F (16°C) | 1.3 in | |
| June | 67°F (20°C) | 0.6 in | |
| July | 72°F (22°C) | 0.3 in | |
| August | 73°F (23°C) | 0.3 in | Warmest, Driest |
| September | 68°F (20°C) | 0.4 in | |
| October | 60°F (16°C) | 1.8 in | |
| November | 51°F (10°C) | 3.2 in | |
| December | 43°F (6°C) | 6.3 in |
Kakopetriá has a seasonal temperature swing of 33°F / from 40°F in January to 73°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 30.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.3") and August the driest (0.3").
Radio Stations near Kakopetriá
17 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MixFM Cyprus | chillout, pop music | MP3 | |
| KISS FM 89.0 - 88.5 | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Dance FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Rock FM Cyprus | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| FEELGOOD.FM | various | MP3 192 kbps | |
| Radio Sfera 102.2 | greek pop | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Lugaradio | — | MP3 192 kbps | |
| BFBS Cyprus (GB) | — | AAC+ 64 kbps | |
| Ι.Μ. Λεμεσού | christian, christian orthodox | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Zucca | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Ο Αληθινός Λόγος 93.3 Λευκωσία - Ιερά Αρχιεπισκοπή Κύπρου | christian, christian orthodox | MP3 56 kbps | |
| Super Sport FM | — | MP3 56 kbps | |
| PIK Sat TV | — | AAC,H.264 2443 kbps | |
| Politis 107.6 FM | — | MP3 128 kbps | |
| CloudCY Rock | rock | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Active 107.4 | local news, music | MP3 128 kbps | |
| Klik FM - Paphos | — | MP3 128 kbps |
Museums in Kakopetriá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Archeology and Nature Museum | ||||
| Byzantine Art Museum | ||||
| Byzantine Heritage Museum of Palaiochori | ||||
| Byzantine Museum | ||||
| Carob mill | ||||
| Comandaria museum | ||||
| Cyprus Railways Museum | ||||
| Cyprus Train Museum | ||||
| Ecclesiastical and Viticulture Museums | ||||
| Ecclesiastical Treasury | ||||
| Eliomylos | ||||
| EOKA Hideout 1955-59 | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Geological museum | ||||
| Güzelyurt Belediyesi Kültür Evi | ||||
| Güzelyurt Tren İstasyonu Müzesi | ||||
| House of Lavrentios | ||||
| Kykkos Museum | ||||
| Linos | ||||
| Museum of Folk Art | ||||
| Old Olive Mill | ||||
| Oleastro Olive Mill, And Restaurant | ||||
| Socrates Traditional House | ||||
| Troodos Geopark | ||||
| Troodos Observatory | ||||
| Wine Press | ||||
| Wine press museum | ||||
| Γεοργικο Μουσείο Φασουλας | ||||
| Εκκλησιαστικο και Λαογραφικο Μουσειο | ||||
| Λαογραφικο Μουσείο "Χριστος Λούης" |
Libraries in Kakopetriá
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dr. Fazıl Küçük Eğitim Evi ve Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Güzelyurt Halk Kütüphanesi | 0.0 | |||||
| Κοινοτική βιβλιοθήκη | 0.0 |
Hotels in Kakopetriá
5 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Kakopetriá
14 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Kakopetriá
1 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Kakopetriá
2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Kakopetriá
1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Kakopetriá
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bes Lofou Microbrewery |
Stadiums & Teams in Kakopetriá
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Kakopetriá
12 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Ercan International Airport | ECN | Large Airport |
| Larnaca International Airport | LCA | Large Airport |
| Paphos International Airport | PFO | Large Airport |
| RAF Akrotiri | AKT | Medium Airport |
| Cyprus Gliding Club | — | Small Airport |
| Kophinou Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Kornos Highway Strip | — | Small Airport |
| Lakatamia Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Mammari Aerial Firefighting Base | — | Small Airport |
| Marki Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Pınarbaşı Air Base | — | Small Airport |
| Unmanned Systems Research Laboratory (USRL) Runway | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Kakopetriá
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Kakopetria Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Kakopetriá
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agios Georgios Perachoritis | |
| Agios Nikolaos tis Stegis | |
| Church of Saint Panteleimonos | |
| Metamorfosi tou Sotira | |
| Panagia Chrysokourdaliotissa Church | |
| Παναγία Αποθεριώτισσα |
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Public Holidays in Cyprus
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What is the population of Kakopetriá?
Kakopetriá has a population of 1,255 residents and is located in Cyprus. The population density is 98 people per square mile, spread across 12.8 square miles.
What is the weather like in Kakopetriá?
Kakopetriá enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 280 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 30.8 inches.