The beautiful island country where it's still 26C making for the perfect autumn getaway

October may be your last chance to experience white sands, warm sun and crystal clear seas - and this beautiful island country is 26C and just a short flight away from the UK. According to the Met Office, Cyprus is one of your best bets for sun in October. Nestled between Greece, Turkey and Lebanon, Cyprus'temperatures in October remain hot, specifically in Paphos, with highs of around 26.7 ºC and 10 hours of sunshine.

The Met Office states: "The sea temperature is still warm during October, averaging 24 ºC, making it a perfect month for watersports including swimming, diving and snorkelling."

As the third-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, Cyprus has pristine beaches, striking architecture, delectable food, and an exciting array of tourist attractions. Cyprus is less than a five-hour flight from the UK, with routes operated by TUI, Jet2,British Airways, Ryanair and easyJet. Brits can jet off to Cyprus from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh and Newcastle..

Brits can anticipate blazing sunshine and delightful warmth when they choose to holiday in Cyprus in October. And there are numerous ways to make the most of that weather in Cyprus.

The island's main tourist hotspots are Paphos, Ayia Napa, Protaras and Limassol. Regardless of where you choose to visit in Cyprus, there's a wealth of activities on offer.

Tourists have taken to TripAdvisor to share their reviews of attractions across the country, which have then been ranked according to the best-reviewed. According to holidaymakers, the top attraction in Cyprus is Nissi Beach, a picturesque spot in the southeast of the island, renowned for its crystal clear blue waters and near-white sand.

It appears as though it's been plucked straight from a postcard. Moreover, with numerous hotels and luxury resorts surrounding the beach, it makes an ideal base for some sun-soaked fun in Cyprus.

Cyprus also boasts the Paphos Aphrodite Waterpark, which visitors have lauded for its variety of waterslides and entertainment for all ages. Other highly-rated attractions include Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, Fig Tree Bay Beach, Tombs of the Kings, and WaterWorld.

Cyprus is home to an abundance of stunning beaches. Some of the most frequented ones include Makronissos Beach, Konnos Bay and Landa Beach.

While October remains warm in Cyprus, the country enjoys quite appealing weather well into autumn and winter. In November, tourists can anticipate high temperatures of around 21C.

December sees a drop in temperature with highs of around 17C. However, during the summer months, temperatures can soar to an astonishing 36C, making it potentially unsuitable for a summer holiday if you find it difficult to stay cool during a heatwave.