january rainfall — January rainfall in Cyprus has reached 31 per cent of the usual monthly average, following a deluge that brought 22.4 millimetres over the last three days. As of January 12, the island has recorded a total of 31.6 millimetres of rain per square metre, marking a significant contribution towards the average January total of 102.4 millimetres.
January rainfall: Record Rainfall in the Troodos Mountains
The most substantial rainfall during this period was observed in the Troodos mountains. Platania received the highest amount, with 51.3 millimetres, closely followed by Prodromos, which registered 49.5 millimetres. This surge has contributed to Platania’s overall total for January, which now stands at an impressive 73.8 millimetres.
Other Areas Affected
Further down in the Paphos forest, areas such as Stavros tis Psokas and Pano Panagia also experienced significant rainfall, with measurements hitting 67.6 millimetres. These figures indicate a promising start to the year for the island, especially for regions that rely heavily on winter rains.
