Rain and thunderstorms are forecasted to sweep across Cyprus from mid-week, signalling a shift in the weather patterns, as reported by the independent forecaster Kitasweather.
- Rain and thunderstorms are forecasted to sweep across Cyprus from mid-week, signalling a shift in the weather patterns, as reported by the independent forecaster Kitasweather.
- Looking ahead to the first half of next week, the chances of rain appear to diminish further. Concurrently, temperatures are expected to rise gradually, returning to levels above average.
Rain and: Weather Changes Ahead
The latter part of this week promises a notable change in conditions, with scattered showers and thunderstorms anticipated. As the week progresses, temperatures are expected to gradually decrease, settling around or slightly below the seasonal averages by the weekend.
Tuesday: A Mixed Bag
Tuesday will begin with partly cloudy skies, transitioning to clearer conditions with localised cloud cover developing, particularly in the eastern and south-eastern regions. Isolated showers and a chance of thunderstorms are predicted, with rain probabilities varying between 0-30% depending on the specific location. Daytime temperatures will hover around 26°C in Nicosia, between 25-28°C along coastal areas, and approximately 14°C in Troodos at an elevation of 1,900 metres.
Wednesday: Thunderstorm Activity Increases
On Wednesday, most areas will start with partial cloudiness, but increased cloud cover is expected in the western and south-western parts of Cyprus, leading to isolated showers or thunderstorms. By midday and into the afternoon, the cloudiness will intensify in mountainous regions, particularly in the north-eastern Troodos range and inland, with isolated thunderstorms forecasted. Some of these storms could be severe, featuring hail and gusty winds. Rain probabilities during the day will range from 20-60%, while evening chances will be between 25-50%. Temperatures will remain steady at around 26°C in Nicosia, 24-27°C on the coast, and about 12°C in Troodos.
Thursday: Continued Unsettled Weather
Thursday’s forecast indicates a continuation of unsettled conditions, with partly cloudy skies expected initially. Coastal areas may see increased cloud cover leading to further isolated showers and thunderstorms. During the day, particularly in the northern half of the island, localised thunderstorms may develop, some of which could be strong and accompanied by hail. The rain probability for the daytime will range from 30-60%, increasing to 40-60% by evening. Daytime temperatures are projected to be around 25°C in Nicosia, 23-26°C along the coast, and approximately 9°C in Troodos.
Friday: Scattered Showers and Thunderstorms
Friday will bring more unsettled weather to Cyprus, with scattered showers and thunderstorms expected throughout the day. Rain probabilities will be higher, ranging from 50-70% depending on location. Temperatures are set to drop slightly to around 23°C in Nicosia, 22-23°C along the coast, and 8°C in Troodos.
Weekend Forecast: A Gradual Easing
The weekend will see continued unsettled conditions on Saturday, with further scattered showers and thunderstorms likely. However, by Sunday, the weather is expected to ease significantly, with only a chance of isolated showers during the afternoon. Temperatures will decrease slightly on Saturday, settling at levels marginally below normal, before rising again on Sunday to align with seasonal averages.
Future Outlook
The forecast indicates uncertainty regarding the precise path of weather disturbances in the coming days, and significant fluctuations in rain probabilities across various areas are likely within the next 24 hours. Therefore, it is advisable for residents to keep abreast of the latest weather updates.
Looking ahead to the first half of next week, the chances of rain appear to diminish further. Concurrently, temperatures are expected to rise gradually, returning to levels above average.
