High temperatures and forest fire alert in Cyprus

Cyprus faces extreme heat on July 30, 2026, with temperatures expected to reach 40 degrees Celsius in the interior, 34-37 degrees in coastal regions, and 30 degrees in the mountains. The Meteorological Department has maintained a red alert for forest fires across all mountainous and wooded areas of the country due to the dry, hot conditions.

In addition to current heat conditions, a yellow warning has been issued for July 31, effective from 14:00 to 16:30. During this period, inland temperatures are again forecast to peak at 40 degrees. While forecasts vary slightly regarding overnight lows and wind speeds throughout the day, the general outlook remains consistently clear and hot, with no significant drop in temperatures expected through the upcoming weekend.

Weather patterns remain dominated by seasonal low pressure, causing temperatures to stay above average for this time of year. Authorities continue to urge vigilance against fire hazards as the heatwave persists without notable change.