Cyprus forecast: isolated showers on Wednesday, coastal temperatures near 28C

Nicosia, Cyprus. Wednesday’s forecast for Cyprus brings partial cloud cover and the possibility of isolated light showers, according to the Meteorological Service. Coastal temperatures are expected to reach around 28C.

Wednesday’s conditions

The service said the region was under the influence of weak high pressure, with cloud expected to thicken locally at times during the day.

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Daytime highs are forecast at 27C in inland areas and 15C at higher mountain elevations, alongside the coastal maximum of around 28C.

Winds are expected predominantly from the northwest through northeast, with light to moderate speeds of 3 to 4 Beaufort. Some areas could occasionally experience stronger winds of 4 to 5 Beaufort. Sea conditions are forecast to range from calm to slightly rough.

Overnight forecast

For Wednesday night, the service expects generally clear skies, interrupted at times by increased high-level cloud. Northwesterly to northeasterly winds will continue at light to moderate strength, measuring 3 to 4 Beaufort, with calm to slightly rough seas.

Overnight lows are forecast at around 16C inland and on the northern coast. Other coastal areas are expected to fall to 18C, while higher mountain locations will reach 9C.

Outlook through Saturday

The forecast indicates periods of increased high-level cloud on Thursday, followed by generally clear weather on Friday and Saturday. Small amounts of airborne dust may occur occasionally.

The service expects temperatures to increase gradually in the coming days, approaching or moving slightly above the seasonal average.