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Yellow Alert Issued: Strong Weather Phenomena Expected

Published February 12, 2026, 13:13
Yellow Alert Issued: Strong Weather Phenomena Expected

The Cyprus Meteorological Service has issued a yellow alert for strong weather phenomena expected from the afternoon of Tsiknopempti (Charcoal Thursday) and peaking on Friday. The western and mountainous areas will be affected first, and later the phenomena will spread across the island, with local rains, thunderstorms, and increased dust concentration in the atmosphere. Snow or sleet is expected in the mountains, and strong winds will prevail. The temperature will drop from 19-20°C to 16-17°C. Improvement of the weather is expected from the afternoon of Saturday.