light dust — Light dust is expected to linger in the atmosphere as temperatures soar to 31 °C inland due to a weak low-pressure system affecting the area. This weather pattern will bring a mix of conditions, including light rain and increased cloud cover, particularly in the west and north.
Light dust: Weather Conditions Today
As of 3 pm today, the temperature in Nicosia reached 32 °C with a relative humidity of 35%. Other recorded temperatures include 25 °C at Larnaca Airport with 70% humidity, 26 °C in Limassol at 56% humidity, and 24 °C with 66% humidity at Paphos Airport. In coastal areas, temperatures ranged from 25 °C in Frenaros to 31 °C in Polis Chrysochous.
Tonight’s Forecast
Looking ahead to tonight, localised low cloud will develop, particularly in the western and northern regions. Winds will primarily flow from the north-west at light levels of 3 Beaufort, with slight increases to moderate, reaching up to strong levels of 4 to 5 Beaufort along the south-western and northern coasts. The sea conditions are expected to be slight, and temperatures will drop to around 16 °C inland and approximately 18 °C along the coast. Higher mountainous areas will experience cooler temperatures of about 12 °C.
Monday’s Weather Outlook
On Monday, the weather will transition to include high clouds while temperatures are projected to rise further. Inland areas could see highs of around 31 °C, with coastal temperatures ranging from 28 °C on the southern and eastern coasts to 23 °C on the western coast. The northern coast is expected to be around 26 °C, while the higher mountains will rest at about 21 °C. Winds will shift from the south-west to the north-west at moderate to strong levels of 4 to 5 Beaufort, and the sea will remain slight to rough.
Evening Conditions on Monday
As Monday night approaches, the sky will continue to be dominated by high clouds, while winds will shift to light to moderate levels of 3 to 4 Beaufort. Sea conditions are predicted to stay slight throughout the night.
Weather Transition on Tuesday
Tuesday will see mostly clear skies, though increased medium cloud from the previous night may lead to localised rain. Temperatures are not expected to change significantly, remaining close to or slightly above seasonal averages.
Midweek Predictions
As we move into Wednesday and Thursday, the weather is set to become predominantly cloudy with intermittent local rain and a potential for isolated thunderstorms occurring after midday. This change will also bring a shift in temperatures, which are anticipated to fall below seasonal levels beginning Wednesday.
Summary of Current Temperatures
To summarise current conditions, various regions are experiencing a mix of temperatures and humidity. In Nicosia, the temperature stands at 32 °C with 35% humidity, while coastal areas such as Larnaca and Limassol show a contrast with cooler temperatures but higher humidity levels. This variance highlights the different microclimates present in the region, influenced by both geographical and meteorological factors.
