Orange weather warning issued for heavy rain and storms in Cyprus

The Department of Meteorology in Cyprus has issued an orange weather warning for heavy rain and thunderstorms, effective from 7:00 PM on Wednesday, October 14, until 5:00 AM on Thursday, October 15. The forecast anticipates rainfall intensities ranging from 55 to 70 millimetres per hour, accompanied by variable winds with strong gusts and a possibility of hail. This shift in weather is driven by a low-pressure system moving southeast from the Aegean Sea.

Prior to the onset of these severe conditions, the island experienced generally unsettled weather with isolated showers and cloud cover. Meteorologists note that Cyprus has already seen an unusually wet season, following a record-breaking August. The approaching low-pressure system is expected to impact the western regions of the island first before spreading across the entire territory.

Authorities have advised the public to remain vigilant as the weather deteriorates. While temperatures have remained near seasonal averages in recent days, a gradual drop is expected following the passage of the storm. Current forecasts suggest that the unstable weather pattern will persist through the remainder of the week, with conditions expected to stabilize by Saturday.