Severe weather hits Cyprus with yellow warning in effect

Cyprus is experiencing severe weather conditions as a low-pressure system moving from Rhodes impacts the island. The Meteorological Department issued a yellow warning effective from 09:00 to 17:00 on Thursday, October 29, 2026. The forecast warns of isolated strong thunderstorms, heavy rainfall ranging from 35 to 55 millimeters per hour, potential hail, and wind gusts reaching 7 to 8 Beaufort. Temperatures are expected to remain around 23 degrees Celsius in coastal and inland areas, while dropping to 12 degrees in higher mountain regions.

In Paphos, strong winds caused a metal pergola to collapse from a residential building on Grivas Digenis Avenue, severely damaging two parked vehicles. No injuries were reported, and authorities, including the Police and Paphos Municipality, are currently recording the damage. The Fire Service has responded to multiple incidents across the Paphos district, including fallen trees and branches impacting electricity cables in the Miliou area. Police have advised motorists to exercise extreme caution due to poor visibility, slippery roads, and high winds, warning that the unstable weather pattern will continue throughout the day before gradually easing.