Ultimately it depends on the situation and personal preference, as in there are areas of Portugal which get hot at certain times of the year, however Cyprus definitely beats Portugal in general terms of extreme weather conditions.
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Cyprus has one of the warmest climates and warmest winters in the Mediterranean part of the European Union. The average annual temperature on the coast is around 24 °C (75 °F) during the day and 14 °C (57 °F) at night.
Ben, Cyprus will definitely be hotter, all year round. However the difference in temperatures between the Med coast and Cyprus will not be significant.
Your question at first glance may seem a little ridiculous, as it depends on the weather in each particular area. However, the eastern coast tends to be 3 - 4 C warmer than Paphos in the West. You could expect temperatures averaging high 20's during early May in Paphos, lovely temperature with little chance of rain.
Budget travel in Cyprus is nearly impossible. It's not that the country is particularly expensive – it's more than the Balkans but cheaper than the Nordic countries. No, Cyprus just makes it really difficult to enjoy the country if you're not rich and looking for a luxury vacation.
It's revitalising for both body and mind. Swimming in the sea is perhaps something you associate with the summer months, but with the ideal climate of Cyprus, you can swim at any of the many gorgeous blue flag beaches all year round as the sea is always pleasantly warm.
Best Cyprus holiday destinations for the winter? If you are looking for coastal towns with warm weather, I would check out Paphos, Latchi, Larnaca and Limassol.