Cyprus weather forecast: unstable conditions with potential thunderstorms
Cyprus is currently under the influence of weak low pressure and unstable air masses, according to the Department of Meteorology. Thursday's weather features partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and potential thunderstorms, mainly in the mountains, southern, and eastern regions after midday; hail is possible during storm activity. Daytime temperatures are expected to reach around 28°C inland, with coastal temperatures ranging from 23°C to 27°C and approximately 18°C-19°C in the highest mountain areas. Winds will blow southwesterly to northwesterly, increasing from moderate to strong, reaching force four to five by the afternoon. Sea conditions are generally expected to be slight to rough. Thursday night will be mainly clear, although increased low cloud is expected in the west and interior with potential fog in the early hours in the east. Unsettled weather is forecast to continue through Saturday, with sporadic showers and thunderstorms, while Sunday will see isolated showers with a slight chance of hail. Temperatures are expected to remain below seasonal averages throughout the weekend.