december rainfall — Cyprus recorded rainfall at 116% of the normal monthly average during December, according to preliminary data released by the Meteorological Service on Friday. The total rainfall from 1 December until 8:00 am on 1 January reached 122.8 millimetres in the free areas of the Republic, surpassing the normal December rainfall of 105.6 millimetres.
December rainfall: Comparative Rainfall Data
The figures indicate a significant increase in precipitation for the month. Total rainfall from the start of the hydrological year on 1 October until 1 January was measured at 159.2 millimetres, which corresponds to 83% of the normal for this period of 191.6 millimetres.
Regional Highlights
The Polis Chrysochous station registered the highest rainfall in December, with an impressive 219.2 millimetres, equating to 220% of its normal monthly average. Other notable measurements included:
- Stavros tis Psokas area: 249.3 millimetres (154% of normal)
- Athalassa station, Nicosia: 83.3 millimetres (144% of normal)
- Athienou: 88.1 millimetres (144% of normal)
January’s Initial Rainfall
As of 8:00 am on Friday, the average total rainfall for January stood at a mere 0.1 millimetres, indicating a stark contrast to the previous month’s downpour.
This rainfall data serves as a critical indicator for agricultural planning and water resource management across the island, reflecting the ongoing need for careful monitoring of weather patterns.
