Cyprus faces prolonged heatwave with yellow weather warnings

A significant heatwave has gripped Cyprus, prompting the Meteorological Department to issue a series of 'yellow' weather alerts across the island. Since July 28, 2026, temperatures in the interior regions have consistently reached up to +40°C, while coastal areas have recorded highs between +33°C and +37°C. The weather conditions are characterized by clear skies, a lack of precipitation, and moderate to high humidity in coastal areas, accompanied by periodic wind gusts.

Throughout the week, authorities implemented recurring danger warnings, including a specific alert for high nighttime temperatures in Nicosia, where the thermometer remained above +26°C. Meteorological data indicates that the heatwave is expected to persist until Tuesday, August 4, 2026. During this period, temperatures are forecast to remain consistently above average seasonal norms. While conditions will generally remain sunny, forecasters anticipate increased cloud cover in the Troodos mountains during the afternoon hours. Residents are advised to monitor official weather updates as the island experiences this sustained period of extreme thermal stress.