Cyprus weather forecast: Yellow warning issued for heavy rain and storms

Cyprus is under the influence of a low-pressure system originating from the Aegean region, which has led the Meteorological Service to issue successive yellow weather warnings for heavy rainfall and isolated thunderstorms. The current active warning is in effect for Thursday, October 29, 2026, from 09:00 to 17:00. These weather phenomena are expected to impact the western half of the island initially before spreading to other regions, with rainfall intensities forecasted between 35 and 55 millimeters per hour and a high probability of hail.

The adverse weather conditions, which began affecting the island on October 28, have already caused travel disruptions and power outages in areas such as Larnaca and Limassol. Authorities and the police have urged motorists to maintain low speeds and exercise extreme caution due to reduced visibility. During storms, wind gusts are expected to reach intensities of 7 to 8 on the Beaufort scale. Looking ahead, temperatures are forecast to reach 23 degrees Celsius inland and on the coast, and 12 degrees in higher mountain areas, with more stable but still locally cloudy conditions expected over the upcoming weekend.