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Léfka, Cyprus

Nicosia · Cyprus

Léfka is a small city in Nicosia, Cyprus with a population of 7,835. Elevation: 423 ft (129 m). Average temperature: 64°F (18°C).

7,835 Population 1,173/sq mi density
423 ft Elevation 129 meters
64°F Avg Temperature 18°C
19.1 in Annual Rain
Asia / Nicosia Timezone

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People

Population7,835
Density1,173/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
Rain19.1 in/yr
Sunny Days301/yr
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Population7,835
Population Density1,173 / sq mi
Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Coordinates35.1120°, 32.8500°
TimezoneAsia/Nicosia
Country🇨🇾 Cyprus
State / ProvinceNicosia
Average Temperature64°F (18°C)
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Annual Precipitation19.1 inches (485 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Léfka

Léfka is a small city in Cyprus (Nicosia) with a population of 7,835. The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet (129 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 64°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 49°F in January to 80°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 19.1 inches. The timezone is Asia/Nicosia.

Léfka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. The area gets 301 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 19.1 inches (drier than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 423 feet.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.3°F
19% above Cyprus avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)
Sunny Days301 days/yr

Geography

Elevation423 ft (129 m)
Area6.7 sq mi (17.3 km²)
Population Density1,173/sq mi
Coordinates35.1120°N, 32.8500°W
TimezoneAsia/Nicosia

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 19.1"
50% below Cyprus avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Dec) 4.29"
Driest Month (Jul) 0.08"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1,093 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M6.8. Most recent: M0.0 on Jun 23, 2025.

Oct 9, 1996 36 km SW of Paphos, Cyprus M6.8 91 km
Jan 11, 2022 48 km WNW of Pólis, Cyprus M6.6 83 km
Feb 23, 1995 Cyprus region M5.9 53 km
Jan 13, 1997 50 km SSW of Koloni, Cyprus M5.7 102 km
Oct 10, 1996 30 km SW of Paphos, Cyprus M5.7 85 km
Oct 9, 1996 28 km SW of Paphos, Cyprus M5.7 82 km
May 25, 1999 42 km SW of Paphos, Cyprus M5.6 96 km
Aug 11, 1999 10 km NNW of Páno Polemídia, Cyprus M5.6 37 km
Mar 22, 1993 47 km SE of Protaras, Cyprus M5.4 149 km
Nov 27, 1996 45 km SW of Paphos, Cyprus M5.4 99 km
May 11, 2012 76 km S of Ayia Napa, Cyprus M5.4 148 km
Feb 2, 2022 55 km WNW of P?geia, Cyprus M5.3 94 km
Apr 15, 2015 6 km WSW of Kissonerga, Cyprus M5.3 58 km
Feb 23, 1995 10 km W of Pólis, Cyprus M5.3 49 km
Dec 22, 2009 94 km SW of Gazipa?a, Turkey M5.3 139 km
May 29, 1995 16 km W of Pólis, Cyprus M5.3 56 km
Dec 5, 1991 47 km SSW of Mahmutlar, Turkey M5.2 148 km
Oct 10, 1996 9 km WSW of Pégeia, Cyprus M5.2 59 km
Oct 9, 1996 45 km SW of Paphos, Cyprus M5.2 99 km
May 14, 2005 92 km SW of Gazipa?a, Turkey M5.1 132 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tsunami History

2 tsunamis recorded within 500 km.

Year Location Cause Max Wave Deaths Distance
1953 LEVANTIAN SEA Earthquake 40 63 km
1222 CYPRUS ISLAND Earthquake 58 km
Source: NOAA/NCEI Historical Tsunami Database. Sorted by wave height.

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 49°F (10°C) 3.9 in Coldest
February 50°F (10°C) 2.9 in
March 53°F (12°C) 2.4 in
April 60°F (16°C) 0.9 in
May 67°F (20°C) 0.7 in
June 75°F (24°C) 0.2 in
July 80°F (27°C) 0.1 in Driest
August 81°F (27°C) 0.1 in Warmest
September 76°F (24°C) 0.2 in
October 69°F (21°C) 1.3 in
November 60°F (15°C) 2.1 in
December 53°F (12°C) 4.3 in Wettest

Léfka has a seasonal temperature swing of 31°F / from 49°F in January to 81°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 19.1 inches, with December being the wettest month (4.3") and July the driest (0.1").

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Colleges & Universities in Léfka

Institution Type Founded Website
Forestry College College

Schools in Léfka

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Lefke Gazi Lisesi
Lefke İstiklal İlkokulu
Yeşilyurt Köy İlkokulu
Doğancı İlkokulu
Cengiz Topel Endüstri Meslek Lisesi
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Radio Stations near Léfka

7 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
MixFM Cyprus chillout, pop music MP3
Dance FM MP3 128 kbps
Rock FM Cyprus rock MP3 128 kbps
FEELGOOD.FM various MP3 192 kbps
Ι.Μ. Λεμεσού christian, christian orthodox MP3 128 kbps
Lugaradio MP3 192 kbps
CloudCY Rock rock MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Léfka

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Archeology and Nature Museum
Birthplace of Αrchbishop Markarios III
Blue House
Byzantine Art Museum
Byzantine Heritage Museum of Palaiochori
Byzantine Museum
Cyprus Railways Museum
Cyprus Train Museum
Eliomylos
Folk Museum
Geological museum
Güzelyurt Belediyesi Kültür Evi
Güzelyurt Tren İstasyonu Müzesi
House of Lavrentios
Koruçam Kültür Merkezi Halk Müzesi
Kykkos Museum
Linos
Museum of Folk Art
Science and Technology Center UFO
Troodos Geopark
Troodos Observatory
Εκκλησιαστικο και Λαογραφικο Μουσειο

Libraries in Léfka

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Dr. Fazıl Küçük Eğitim Evi ve Kütüphanesi0.0
Güzelyurt Halk Kütüphanesi0.0

Restaurants in Léfka

7 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ambeli restaurant
Aspava
Heaven
Liman Pizza
Mardinli Restaurant
PAPAYA Restaurant Bar & Club
Swan of Soli

Cafes in Léfka

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Hattuşaş Restaurant
MOAR

Theatres in Léfka

1 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Soloi Theatre

Monuments in Léfka

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Maden İşçileri Anıtı

Gas Stations in Léfka

7 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Alpet
CY #1088063411
CY #1088064277
CY #1088065241
K-Pet
K-Pet
Petro

Golf Courses in Léfka

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

CMC Golf Course

Stadiums & Teams in Léfka

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Léfka

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Ercan International AirportECNLarge Airport
Paphos International AirportPFOLarge Airport
RAF AkrotiriAKTMedium Airport
Cyprus Gliding ClubSmall Airport
Kophinou Highway StripSmall Airport
Kornos Highway StripSmall Airport
Lakatamia AirfieldSmall Airport
Mammari Aerial Firefighting BaseSmall Airport
Marki AirfieldSmall Airport
Pınarbaşı Air BaseSmall Airport
Unmanned Systems Research Laboratory (USRL) RunwaySmall Airport

Post Offices in Léfka

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Gemikonağı Postanesi
Lefke Avrupa Üniversitesi Postanesi
Lefke Postanesi

Churches & Religious Organizations in Léfka

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Agios Georgios Church
Agios Georgios Church
Agios Sergios Church
Çamlıköy Cami
Church Agios Anastasios
Church Agios Modestos
Church Metamorphosis tou Sotiros
Doğancı Cami
Panagia Atzientou
Pir Paşa Cami
Shaykh Nazim Dergah
Yedidalga Cami
Yeşilyurt Fatih Cami

Quick Facts

Timezone
Asia/Nicosia
Area
27.7 km² (10.7 mi²)

🇨🇾 About Cyprus

Capital Nicosia
Population 1,189,265
Area 9,250 km²
GDP (USD) $35,075,423,857
GDP per capita $36,624
HDI 0.907
Life expectancy 81.7 years
Internet users 91.2%
Urban population 66.7%
Currency EUR (Euro)
Languages Greek, Turkish
Calling code +357
TLD .cy
Driving side left

Public Holidays in Cyprus

17 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day Πρωτοχρονιά
Jan 6 Epiphany Θεοφάνεια
Feb 23 Green Monday Καθαρή Δευτέρα
Mar 25 Greek Independence Day Επέτειος Ελληνικής Ανεξαρτησίας
Apr 1 Cyprus National Day Κυπριακή Εθνική Επέτειος
Apr 10 Good Friday Μεγάλη Παρασκευή
Apr 13 Easter Monday Δευτέρα της Διακαινησίμου
Apr 14 Easter Tuesday Τρίτη της Διακαινησίμου
May 1 Labour Day Πρωτομαγιά
May 31 Pentecost Αγίου Πνεύματος
Jun 1 Whit Monday Δευτέρα Πεντηκοστής
Aug 15 Assumption of the Virgin Mary Η Κοίμησις της Θεοτόκου
Oct 1 Cyprus Independence Day Επέτειος Κυπριακής Ανεξαρτησίας
Oct 28 Ohi Day Το Όχι
Dec 24 Christmas Eve Παραμονή Χριστουγέννων
Dec 25 Christmas Day Χριστούγεννα
Dec 26 St. Stephen's Day Δεύτερη μέρα των Χριστουγέννων

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Frequently Asked Questions About Léfka

What is the population of Léfka?

Léfka has a population of 7,835 residents and is located in Cyprus. The population density is 1,173 people per square mile, spread across 6.7 square miles.

What is the weather like in Léfka?

Léfka enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 49°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. The area receives 301 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 19.1 inches.

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