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25 January, 2026
 

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1. Friday forecast: A dusty start to a stormy finish

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-forecast-a-dusty-start-to-a-stormy-finish

If the sky looks a little unfiltered today, you can blame the dust. A weak low-pressure system is currently drifting over the island, bringing a cocktail of haze and clouds that feels a bit indecisive....

2. A new peace club? Trump unveils council that sidesteps the UN

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-new-peace-club-trump-unveils-council-that-sidesteps-the-un

Whether Trump’s Peace Council becomes a genuine diplomatic tool or a rival stage to the United Nations remains an open question, but its makeup already sends a signal. ...

3. Two dead as heavy rains turn Athens streets into rivers

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/two-dead-as-heavy-rains-turn-athens-streets-into-rivers

A fierce wave of winter storms has flooded the heart of Athens and shaken the wider region, turning busy streets into rushing waterways and leaving at least two people dead, officials said Thursday amid ongoing chaos from heavy rain, gale‑force winds and snow in higher terrain....

4. Christodoulides kicks off Cyprus’ EU Presidency in Strasbourg

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/christodoulides-kicks-off-cyprus-eu-presidency-in-strasbourg

President Nikos Christodoulides was warmly welcomed at the European Parliament in Strasbourg on Tuesday, marking the start of Cyprus’ turn to hold the Presidency of the Council of the European Union....

5. Flamingos hold ''weather meeting'' in Larnaca (see the photos)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/flamingos-hold-weather-meeting-in-larnaca

Pink flashes are back in Larnaca’s salt lake, and yes, the flamingos have returned for their annual winter getaway, proving that sometimes, a little cold weather is no reason to cancel plans....

6. Brace yourself! The coldest day of winter hits Cyprus Monday

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/brace-yourself-the-coldest-day-of-winter-hits-cyprus-monday

Brrr...Cyprus is about to get a serious chill. Meteorologists warn that Monday will likely be the coldest day of the winter so far, with temperatures plunging well below seasonal averages. In the interior, morning lows could dip to around 10°C, while in the mountains, it could drop below freezing....

7. Cyprus moves to break deep Russian ties

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-moves-to-break-deep-russian-ties

Cyprus’ top diplomat has acknowledged that the island had long-standing ties with Russia but said the government has taken decisive action to dismantle those links following Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine. ...

8. Sea turtle incident triggers disciplinary probe in Chloraka

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/sea-turtle-incident-triggers-disciplinary-probe-in-chloraka

Authorities in western Paphos have ordered a disciplinary investigation after the discovery of a dead sea turtle on a beach in Chloraka, an incident that sparked public outrage and heartbreak among residents and animal lovers....

9. Cloudy skies today, so enjoy the last of the mild 18°C highs before the weather turns

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cloudy-skies-today-so-enjoy-the-last-of-the-mild-18°c-highs-before-the-weather-turns

A cloudy canopy is rolling in to mark the start of the weekend, but don't pack away the sunglasses just yet. You might still need them for the morning commute. The real headline is Sunday's plot twist: a cold air mass is on the way to remind us it's still January....

10. A crisp and quiet Thursday with mostly clear skies and light winds

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/a-crisp-and-quiet-thursday-with-mostly-clear-skies-and-light-winds

After the blustery winds of earlier this week, the weather has decided to take a deep breath and relax. A weak high-pressure system is currently in charge, giving us a Thursday that is peaceful, if a little crisp....

11. Snow transforms Cyprus’ mountains overnight

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/snow-transforms-cyprus-mountains-overnight

Cyprus got a real taste of winter overnight, as snow blanketed mountain and semi-mountain areas, turning familiar villages into postcard scenes straight out of January, the kind that send cameras, drones, and kids straight outside....

12. Tuesday weather forecast: Don't bother holding onto your hats; it's officially a bad hair day

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-weather-forecast-don-t-bother-holding-onto-your-hats-it-s-officially-a-bad-hair-day

If you stepped outside this morning and immediately wanted to go back to bed, you are not alone. A low-pressure system combined with a relatively cold air mass is currently parking itself over the island, making sure we all remember what January is supposed to feel like....

13. Monday weather report: Stormy skies, cold truths, and the first full week back

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-weather-report-stormy-skies-cold-truths-and-the-first-full-week-back

A low-pressure system has set its sights on us, clouds first, manners last. It’s currently lounging northwest of Cyprus and will drift southeast, dragging along a cold air mass that clearly didn’t RSVP....

14. Peaceful at home, pressured from abroad: Cyprus holds mid-table spot in Global Peace Index

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/peaceful-at-home-pressured-from-abroad-cyprus-holds-mid-table-spot-in-global-peace-index

According to the 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI) published by the Institute for Economics and Peace, Cyprus is ranked 68th out of 163 countries, with an overall score of 1.933. ...

15. Troodos wraps up Friday in snowy splendor

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/troodos-wraps-up-friday-in-snowy-splendor

As Friday comes to a close, the Troodos mountains have been transformed into a winter spectacle, with heavy snowfall covering peaks, forests, and villages in a thick blanket of white. Videos from Kitas Weather and the Department of Forests captured the gradually deepening snow, creating striking winter scenes across the area....

16. Friday forecast: A restless sky takes hold

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-forecast-a-restless-sky-takes-hold

A restless surge of cold air is rolling in, stirring the atmosphere and refusing to stay quiet....

17. Strong winds prompt yellow weather warning across the island

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/strong-winds-prompt-yellow-weather-warning-across-the-island

The Meteorological Service has announced a yellow-level warning for strong winds, set to take effect on Friday....

18. Cyprus’ EU presidency: Pride or precarious position?

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/cyprus-eu-presidency-pride-or-precarious-position

For the second time, Cyprus formally takes over the rotating Council of the EU for a six-month term. It now holds the reins of the EU presidency. There are unattainable promises being made—or envisioned—by the government for a mythological EU Shangri-La and how to propel this undemocratic institution forward....

19. Clouds behaving badly while calm Thursday slips into a windy meltdown

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/clouds-behaving-badly-while-calm-thursday-slips-into-a-windy-meltdown

High pressure is still loitering, low pressure is on the way with bad intentions, and the atmosphere can’t quite decide what mood it’s in. There’ll be some lingering dust in the air, clouds doing most of the work, and winds that start off well-behaved before getting ideas later on, especially near the coast....

20. Epiphany brings brave dives and mild skies across Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/epiphany-brings-brave-dives-and-mild-skies-across-cyprus

A calm spell is still holding its ground. High pressure continues to influence the island, although a change is on the horizon, with lower pressure slowly approaching from Thursday...

21. New Year’s Eve sneaks in, weather kicks off the party

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/new-year-s-eve-sneaks-n-weather-kicks-off-the-party

Low pressure was gradually affecting the area from yesterday evening, while the island will be under the influence of a significantly strengthened wind field until Thursday....

22. Tuesday, December 30th forecast: The penultimate countdown

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tuesday-december-30th-forecast-the-penultimate-countdown

We have officially reached the "penultimate" day of 2025, a fancy word that essentially means we are almost at the finish line, but the weather has decided to make the final stretch a bit slippery. ...

23. Monday strikes back: Weather also refuses to return to work

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/monday-strikes-back-weather-also-refuses-to-return-to-work

Welcome to Monday, the one nobody RSVP’d to, especially after a luxurious 4-day Christmas weekend that started last Wednesday and emotionally ended… never....

24. If you can’t stop the lionfish, eat it

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/if-you-can-t-stop-the-lionfish-eat-it

On the waters off Larnaca, where fishermen once pulled up nets heavy with red mullet and sea bream, the catch has shifted in troubling ways....

25. Thursday, December 25th forecast: The ''reason for the season'' edition

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/thursday-december-25th-forecast-the-reason-for-the-season-edition

Merry Christmas! The big day is finally here. A weak high-pressure system is technically in charge, but it’s feeling a bit generous with the rain....

26. Unearthing Cyprus’s copper past: Archaeologists trace Roman industry in the Peristerona valley

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/unearthing-cyprus-s-copper-past-archaeologists-trace-roman-industry-in-the-peristerona-valley

An international team of archaeologists has completed a major field campaign in the valley of the Peristerona River, shedding new light on how copper production under Roman rule shaped both society and the environment in Cyprus’s north-western Troodos foothills....

27. Hail blankets roads in Paphos after heavy rainfall (VIDEO)

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/hail-blankets-roads-in-paphos-after-heavy-rainfall-video

Heavy rain and hail hit the Paphos district on Saturday, covering roads in ice and making driving conditions hazardous. ...

28. Severe storms expected across Cyprus as yellow weather alert takes effect

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/severe-storms-expected-across-cyprus-as-yellow-weather-alert-takes-effect

Stormy conditions expected as weather service issues yellow alert....

29. Weather shift ahead of Christmas brings rain

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/weather-shift-ahead-of-christmas-brings-rain

A shift in weather conditions is expected in the days leading up to Christmas, as a low-pressure system moves across the Mediterranean, according to meteorologist Tasos Ierodiakonou....

30. Friday already? The week flew by, but the weather’s playing nice

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/friday-already-the-week-flew-but-the-weather-s-playing-nice

High pressure is bossing the skies today, though weak low pressure starts creeping in from Saturday....

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