Brits who are looking to escape to some sunny conditions in the winter months should consider this beautiful European island nation in November, where temperatures reach the 20s and there is plenty of sunshine every day. The UK is set for a cold and harsh winter following a blistering summer of heatwaves. But those hot conditions seem like a distant memory as temperatures drop across the country and Brits switch on their heating to stay warm.

For those who still want to hold onto a taste of summer, there are a few European destinations where you can get it. While some people decide to embrace the festive season and jet off to Christmas markets in Europe, other people will be chasing the sun and looking for some relaxation on a beach or by a pool as the UK deals with dark and cold days. There is one European island that’s popular in summer but stays warm throughout winter with 21C weather in November. Cyprus is a great place to visit in November for a winter getaway.

It takes around five hours to get to Cyprus from airports in the UK. There are direct flights to areas of Cyprus from London, Manchester and Edinburgh, with flights often selling for relatively low prices.

Many people have decided to jet off to Cyprus in November and have shared some positive things about the experience. One travel blogger, known online as My Next Adventure, said that her November Cyprus trip was great for food, friendly locals, and the beautiful beaches and towns.

Over on Reddit, people have said that their November Cyprus experience was pleasant because there were way fewer people than there are in summer. Visitor numbers in Cyprus surge in the summer months when temperatures regularly exceed 30C.

Meanwhile, one TikTok user said that they got to escape the “cold and rainy weather back at home” in the month of November by flying out to Cyprus. In a viral video shared on the platform, they showed beaches with hardly any people and crystal clear waters under clear skies, resembling a perfect summer’s day.

There are many destinations in Cyprus that attract tourists. Some of the most popular areas include Paphos, Ayia Napa and Nicosia. While these are busy in summer, you can expect them to be less crowded in winter.

In terms of beaches, Cyprus has plenty of beautiful ones that you might want to visit. Some of the best beaches in Cyprus are Coral Bay, Nissi Beach and Fig Tree Bay Beach.

Nicosia is the capital of Cyprus and is the only remaining divided capital in the world. It sits on the border where the island is split. Northern Cyprus is controlled by the self-declared Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, while the south of the island is controlled by the Republic of Cyprus.

The city has plenty of history to explore, making it a great destination for culture vultures. Additionally, its old and colourful buildings make it a postcard-perfect destination.

Cyprus isn’t the only place in Europe that enjoys warm weather in November. Other destinations with temperatures in the 20s include the Canary Islands and Malta.