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Cyprus Braces for Cold Snap: Rain and Snow Expected This Weekend

Published January 16, 2026, 14:17
Cyprus Braces for Cold Snap: Rain and Snow Expected This Weekend

The Cyprus Meteorological Department forecasts a deterioration in the weather from tomorrow, Saturday, with rain and a noticeable drop in temperature until Monday. According to officer Panagiotis Lingis, the phenomena will begin in the mountains and west, and will spread to more areas on Saturday. The drop in temperature will lead to snowfall in the higher mountains during the night of Saturday and the morning of Sunday. The temperature is expected to fall by about 5 degrees Celsius on Monday compared to today's values. Mr. Lingis stated that the average temperature for the season is around 16 degrees, as expected to be today and tomorrow. Local rains and possibly short thunderstorms are forecast for the weekend. Citizens are advised to be prepared for the weather changes and take the necessary protective measures.