Cyprus weather: Yellow alert for storms and ongoing unstable conditions

Cyprus experienced a period of unstable weather beginning September 18, 2026, when the Department of Meteorology issued a yellow alert for strong storms. The warning, effective until 17:00 on September 18, reported heavy rainfall ranging between 35 and 55 millimeters per hour and wind gusts reaching up to 8 Beaufort. Public authorities, including the Civil Defense, advised citizens to limit movement and take necessary precautions to avoid property damage during the peak of the storms.

Following the alert, the island transitioned into a pattern of localized instability. By September 19, the weather remained primarily sunny in the mornings, with increased cloud cover and isolated rain or storms developing in mountainous and interior regions during the afternoons. Temperatures were forecast to reach highs of 33°C in inland areas and around 24°C in the higher mountains. Authorities have highlighted that the risk of fire remains extremely high in all forested areas. Meteorologists expect these conditions to persist through the start of the following week, with temperatures staying close to seasonal averages and continued potential for localized afternoon precipitation.