Paphos, Cyprus
Pafos · Cyprus
Paphos is a mid-size city in Pafos, Cyprus with a population of 35,961. Elevation: 266 ft (81 m). Average temperature: 65°F (18°C).
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About Paphos
Paphos, also spelled Pafos, is a coastal city in southwest Cyprus and the capital of the Paphos District. In classical antiquity, two locations were known as Paphos: Old Paphos and New Paphos. It is the fourth-largest city in the country, after Nicosia, Limassol, and Larnaca, with an urban population of 55,000.
People
Climate
| Population | 35,961 |
| Population Density | 5,152 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Coordinates | 34.7768°, 32.4245° |
| Timezone | Asia/Nicosia |
| Country | 🇨🇾 Cyprus |
| State / Province | Pafos |
| Average Temperature | 65°F (18°C) |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 17.4 inches (441 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Paphos
Paphos is a mid-size city in Cyprus (Pafos) with a population of 35,961. The city sits at an elevation of 266 feet (81 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 65°F (18°C). Temperatures range from 52°F in January to 78°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 17.4 inches. The timezone is Asia/Nicosia.
Climate in Paphos
Paphos has an average annual temperature of 19.6°C (67°F). The hottest month is Jul (27.8°C), the coldest is Feb (11.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 411 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 64.8°F |
| 20% above Cyprus avg | |
| January Average | 52°F (11°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (26°C) |
| Sunny Days | 304 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 266 ft (81 m) |
| Area | 7.0 sq mi (18.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 5,152/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7768°N, 32.4245°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 | 9 km |
| 1222 | CYPRUS ISLAND | Earthquake | — | — | 4 km |
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 52°F (11°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest |
| February | 53°F (11°C) | 2.7 in | |
| March | 55°F (13°C) | 2.1 in | |
| April | 61°F (16°C) | 1.0 in | |
| May | 67°F (19°C) | 0.5 in | |
| June | 73°F (23°C) | 0.2 in | |
| July | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Driest |
| August | 78°F (26°C) | 0.0 in | Warmest |
| September | 75°F (24°C) | 0.1 in | |
| October | 69°F (21°C) | 1.2 in | |
| November | 61°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | |
| December | 55°F (13°C) | 3.7 in | Wettest |
Paphos has a seasonal temperature swing of 26°F / from 52°F in January to 78°F in August. Total annual precipitation is 17.4 inches, with December being the wettest month (3.7") and July the driest (0.0").
Colleges & Universities in Paphos
Schools in Paphos
17 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4th Primary School of Paphos - Kato Pervolion | — | — | — | — |
| Middleton | — | — | — | — |
| 1st Lyceum of Paphos - Ethnarch Makarios III | — | — | — | — |
| 7th Primary School of Paphos - Ayiou Kendea | — | — | — | — |
| Δημοτικό Σχολείο Πάφου Ε΄ - Αγίου Δημητρίου | — | — | — | — |
| Paphos Technical School | — | — | — | — |
| 10th Primary School of Paphos "Evagoras Pallikarides" | — | — | — | — |
| Γυμνάσιο Παναγίας Θεοσκέπαστης | — | — | — | — |
| 6th Primary School of Paphos - Lower Paphos | — | — | — | — |
| Russian School of Paphos | — | — | — | — |
| 9th Elementary of Paphos "Koupateion" | — | — | — | — |
| 1st Primary School of Paphos | — | — | — | — |
| 2nd Primary School of Paphos "Demetrion'" | — | — | — | — |
| Kykkos Lyceum of Paphos | — | — | — | — |
| Nikolaideio Gymnasium | — | — | — | — |
| 3rd Primary School of Paphos (KA) - Agiou Pavlou | — | — | — | — |
| 3rd Primary School of Paphos (KB) - Agiou Pavlou | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Paphos
0 stations within ~55 km.
| Station | Genre | Quality |
|---|
Museums in Paphos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Agios Georgios Ancient Basilikas | ||||
| Akamas Geology and Paleontology Information Centre | ||||
| Archaeological Park | ||||
| Art exhibition college of art | ||||
| Birthplace of Αrchbishop Markarios III | ||||
| Byzantine museum | ||||
| EOKA Museum | ||||
| Ethnographical Museum of Pafos | ||||
| Folk Museum | ||||
| Folklore | ||||
| Folks Art Museum | ||||
| House of Adonis | ||||
| Inna-Lara Turtle Museum | ||||
| Local Archaeological Museum of Palaipafos | ||||
| Local Ethnographic Museum | ||||
| Museum of the mycenaean colonisation of Cyprus | ||||
| Natural History Museum | ||||
| Pafos Byzantine Museum | ||||
| Paphos Archaeological Museum | ||||
| Polemi Concentration Camp | ||||
| Sanctuary of the paphian Aphrodite | ||||
| Steni Museum of Village Life | ||||
| Sto Mouseio | ||||
| Textiles Museum | ||||
| Traditional Art Museum | ||||
| Traditional Clothes Museum | ||||
| Wine Museum in Kathikas |
Libraries in Paphos
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bookberry | 0.0 | |||||
| Municipal library | 0.0 | |||||
| Πετριδειος | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Paphos
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Municipal market | |||||
| Municipal Open air Market | |||||
| Εμπορικό Κεντρο Φεοφανις |
Hotels in Paphos
29 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Paphos
160 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Paphos
82 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Paphos
2 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Paphos
3 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Paphos
8 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Paphos
2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Paphos
14 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Paphos
14 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Paphos
4 bus stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Paphos
8 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Paphos
15 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Paphos
2 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Paphos
11 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Paphos
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| [Under renovation] Aphrodite's Rock Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Paphos
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Paphos
3 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Paphos International Airport | PFO | Large Airport |
| RAF Akrotiri | AKT | Medium Airport |
| Unmanned Systems Research Laboratory (USRL) Runway | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Paphos
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| ACS | |
| AKIS | |
| DHL Express Service Point | |
| Geniki Tachydromiki | |
| Kato Pafos Post Office | |
| Pafos City Centre Post Office |
UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Paphos
3 UNESCO sites.
| Site | Category | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Paphos | Cultural | 1980 |
| Paphos Archaeological Park | ||
| Tombs of the Kings |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Paphos
22 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Agia Faneromeni | |
| Agia Kyriaki Chrisopolitissa | |
| Agia Marina | |
| Agia Solomoni Catacombs | |
| Agios Antonios | |
| Agios Demetrios | |
| Agios Georgios | |
| Agios Georgios (Agridion) | |
| Agios Georgios (Ftohos) | |
| Agios Georgios (Kato Pervolion) | |
| Agios Kendeas | |
| Agios Petros & Pavlos | |
| Agios Theodoros | |
| Apostle Peter and St. Helen the Martyr Chapel | |
| Ayioi Anargiroi | |
| Panagia Pantanassa | |
| Panagia Theoskepasti | |
| Paphos Christian Fellowship International | |
| Seventh-day Adventist Church | |
| St. Savvas |
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Quick Facts
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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Near Paphos
Public Holidays in Cyprus
17 public holidays this year
Frequently Asked Questions About Paphos
What is the population of Paphos?
Paphos has a population of 35,961 residents and is located in Cyprus. The population density is 5,152 people per square mile, spread across 7.0 square miles.
What is the weather like in Paphos?
Paphos enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winter temperatures average 52°F in January, while summers reach an average of 78°F in July. The area receives 304 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 17.4 inches.
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