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Cyprus on 'Ice': Cold Weather, Rain, and Strong Winds Forecast

Published January 20, 2026, 17:18
Cyprus on 'Ice': Cold Weather, Rain, and Strong Winds Forecast

Cyprus is under the influence of a cold air mass, resulting in freezing temperatures, rain, and strong winds. According to the Department of Meteorology, tonight will see intermittent high clouds, with north-easterly winds at 3-4 Beaufort. Temperatures will drop to 2 degrees Celsius inland, around 5 degrees on the coast, and -3 degrees in the mountains, where frost is expected. Tomorrow, the weather will be mainly cloudy, with north-easterly to easterly winds moderate to strong, 4-6 Beaufort. The temperature will rise to 12 degrees Celsius inland and around 15 degrees on the coast, while remaining freezing in the mountains. Isolated showers are expected at dawn on Thursday, with winds remaining moderate to strong. Similar weather is forecast for Friday, with Saturday bringing local showers and thunderstorms. In addition, thin dust will be observed in the atmosphere from Thursday. The temperature will rise until Friday, approaching the average climatic values, while no significant change is expected on Saturday. The snow height at Troodos is currently 21 centimeters.