Cyprus in January by Car: What to Expect

Short answer: January is low season in Cyprus: the coast is usually mild, the Troodos mountains can have snow, and roads and sights are quiet. A rental car lets you choose sun on the coast or snow in the mountains on the same trip. Layth Rent a Car rents automatic cars from €25/day, with free delivery in Larnaca, including Larnaca Airport, 24/7.

What January is like

Coast: cooler and wetter than summer, with many sunny days; pack a jacket.
Mountains: snow is possible in Troodos; check the weather and road conditions before you go. See winter car rental in Cyprus.
New Year and Epiphany (6 January): public holiday on 6 January; some shops close. See car rental at Christmas and New Year in Cyprus.

January trip ideas by car

Coastal walks and quiet beaches: best beaches near Larnaca by car
The Salt Lake, often with flamingos in winter: Larnaca Salt Lake and Hala Sultan Tekke by car
A day in the mountains: Troodos day trip by car from Larnaca

Staying a month? Weekly and monthly discounts: ask us on WhatsApp +357 94004999.

What to bring

EU licence: driving licence + ID card or passport. No international driving permit (IDP) needed.
UK licence: passport + UK driving licence. No IDP needed.
Any other licence, including Israeli, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland: passport + driving licence + international driving permit (IDP). The rule goes by the country that issued your licence.
Driver: No young-driver fee if you are over 27 or have held your licence for 3+ years; otherwise a young-driver fee applies — ask us on WhatsApp +357 94004999.

Included in every rental

No deposit and no credit card · pay at pickup, cash or Revolut · mandatory third-party insurance, valid in the Republic of Cyprus only · unlimited km · free cancellation up to 48 hours · free child seats and free extra driver · all cars automatic · open 24/7. Delivery: Free in Larnaca / €50 per rental outside Larnaca. Our staff speak English and Arabic only.

Cyprus in January by car: FAQ

Is January a good time to rent a car in Cyprus?

Yes, for quiet roads and day trips. Weekly and monthly rentals get a discount: ask us on WhatsApp +357 94004999.

Can I drive to Troodos in the snow?

Check the weather and road conditions on the day. All our cars are automatic. For winter driving tips, see winter car rental in Cyprus.

Are you open on New Year's Day and 6 January?

Yes. We are open 24/7, every day, at the same price day or night.

Where do you deliver the car?

Free in Larnaca, including Larnaca Airport / €50 per rental outside Larnaca.

What if my flight changes?

Cancellation is free up to 48 hours before pickup, and if your flight is delayed we wait at no charge.

Layth Rent a Car · 9 Grigori Afxentiou, Shop 2, 6301 Larnaca · open 24/7 · WhatsApp +357 94004999 · www.laythcar.com

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Facts last checked: 20 October 2026.

Cyprus in January by car

What January is like

January trip ideas by car

What to bring

Included in every rental

Cyprus in January by car: FAQ

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