A weak low-pressure system affects the region, carrying dust in the atmosphere at intervals.
Today, the weather in Cyprus will be partly cloudy, turning mostly cloudy at times, with local showers expected. Isolated thunderstorms may also occur, mainly in the western half of the island. Snow or sleet is likely on the higher peaks of Troodos.
Winds will initially blow from the southwest to northwest, weak to moderate at 3–4 Beaufort, but will gradually shift to southern directions, becoming generally moderate to strong, locally very strong at 4–5 Beaufort. Later, coastal areas exposed to wind may experience gusts up to very strong, 5–6 Beaufort.
Seas will be slightly rough to rough, becoming rougher in the west and south by the afternoon. Temperatures will reach around 18 °C inland, 19 °C along the coast, and 7 °C in higher mountainous areas.
Cloudy night with showers and frost in the mountains
Tonight, the weather will remain mostly cloudy with local showers and isolated thunderstorms possible. Snow or sleet is expected on the higher Troodos peaks and locally on other highlands. Winds from southern directions will strengthen further, blowing moderate to strong inland at 4–5 Beaufort and strong to very strong on the coasts and mountains at 5–6 Beaufort.
Seas will remain rough. Temperatures will fall to around 11 °C inland, 15 °C along the coast, and 4 °C in the high mountains, where frost may form in sheltered areas.
Continued rain, thunderstorms and snow from Friday to Saturday
On Friday and Saturday, Cyprus weather will remain mostly cloudy with local showers and isolated thunderstorms. Hail may occur during thunderstorms, and snow will fall on Troodos’ higher peaks. Wind intensity will increase significantly, especially in coastal areas.
Milder conditions with occasional rain on Sunday
On Sunday, the skies will be partly cloudy, turning mostly cloudy later, with isolated showers expected. Local showers or isolated thunderstorms may occur at night. Temperatures will rise slightly on Friday and remain at similar levels through Sunday, staying above the seasonal averages.
Snow depths and mountain conditions
At the time of this report, the snow depth at Chionistra measured 23 centimetres.
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