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Weak high pressure is affecting the area. Weak, of course. Even the atmosphere seems to be taking it easy this week. No dramatic storms, no torrential rain, no apocalyptic skies. Just another day of sunshine, as if the weather has decided that the bare minimum is perfectly acceptable.
Today: The weather will be mainly clear, with occasional patches of increased local cloud cover. So, sunshine with the odd cloud wandering past, presumably looking for something better to do.
Winds will blow from the northwest to northeast at a moderate 4 Beaufort, while the sea will be slightly rough. Nothing too alarming, unless you've made the questionable decision to wear a hat you actually want to keep.
Temperatures will reach around 27°C inland and along the coast, with a cooler 16°C in the higher mountains. Twenty-seven degrees in October. You can put the winter wardrobe away for another day. That jumper you've been threatening to wear since September can continue its retirement.
Tonight: Skies will remain mainly clear, with northwesterly to northeasterly winds blowing lightly, occasionally reaching a moderate 4 Beaufort. The sea will be calm to slightly rough.
A peaceful evening, then. Ideal for relaxing, enjoying the cooler air and pretending tomorrow's to-do list doesn't exist.
Thursday (tomorrow), Friday and Saturday: Mainly clear skies are expected over the next three days, although occasional patches of increased cloud cover may appear. Light dust may also be present in the atmosphere.
Yes, dust. Because even when the weather is behaving itself, Cyprus still manages to find something to leave on your car. You can wash it today, admire your handiwork, and wake up tomorrow to discover that nature has redecorated it.
Temperature outlook: Temperatures will gradually rise over the next three days, remaining close to the seasonal averages. In other words, expect pleasantly warm conditions without any major surprises. The thermometer is doing its job, and for once, nobody needs to call a meeting about it.
The bottom line: Sunshine, temperatures reaching 27°C and mostly clear skies through Saturday, with a little dust potentially joining the party. Cyprus is offering another stretch of pleasant autumn weather, provided you can tolerate the occasional cloud and the never-ending battle to keep your car clean.
Enjoy the sunshine. And if you wash your car, perhaps wait until Sunday. Or don't. We're not here to tell you how to waste your money.
