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Cold Snap Sweeps Cyprus: Frost and Potential for Rain/Sleet

Published January 18, 2026, 19:07
Cold Snap Sweeps Cyprus: Frost and Potential for Rain/Sleet

Cyprus is being affected by a cold air mass causing frost, especially inland and in mountainous areas. Temperatures are expected to drop significantly, reaching 2 degrees Celsius inland, 6 degrees Celsius on the coast, and -3 degrees Celsius in the higher mountains. Frost will form in the mountains, foothills, and inland areas. Winds will be northwesterly to northeasterly, light to moderate, with a possibility of strengthening on the windward sides. The sea will be slightly to moderately rough. Tomorrow, the weather will remain mainly clear, with a chance of local rain or sleet in the mountains. The temperature will rise slightly, but will remain below normal levels. Tuesday is expected to be clear, while Wednesday and Thursday will see increased cloud cover. The snow height at Troodos is 21 centimeters.