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Heavy rainfall swept through parts of the island this Thursday, drenching inland and mountain regions. The showers, though brief in some areas, brought a refreshing change to the October landscape, stirring excitement among those who’ve been eagerly waiting for rain.
Weather update
A weak low-pressure system over the region gave way to the showers earlier today. While the rain tapered off by late afternoon, many welcomed the downpour as a long-awaited relief.
Tonight’s outlook
Skies: Mostly clear after the afternoon rain.
Winds: Northwesterly to northeasterly (southeasterly along the northern coast), light at 3 Beaufort.
Seas: Calm to slightly rough.
Temperatures:
18°C inland
20°C along the coast
11°C in the higher mountains
Temperatures & humidity at 3 p.m. today:
Nicosia: 32°C | 19°C | 38%
Larnaca Airport: 30°C | 21°C | 56%
Limassol: 28°C | 18°C | 54%
Paphos Airport: 28°C | 20°C | 57%
Frenaros: 30°C | 20°C | 60%
Prodromos: 23°C | 12°C | 59%
Polis Chrysochous: 28°C | 19°C | 52%
While the rain was scattered and short-lived, it brought a much-needed breath of freshness to the island. Locals hope this is just the beginning of a wetter, cooler October.
