Orange Weather Warning Issued for Cyprus as Strong Thunderstorms Approach

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A low-pressure system brings rain of 55 to 70mm an hour and strong gusts from 19:00 Wednesday to 05:00 Thursday.

The Department of Meteorology has issued an orange warning for severe weather, as a low-pressure system accompanied by strong thunderstorms is expected to affect the area. The warning will be in force overnight from Wednesday evening into early Thursday morning.

Duration of the warning

The warning takes effect at 19:00 on Wednesday, 14 October 2026, and will remain in force until 05:00 on Thursday, 15 October 2026.

Expected rainfall intensity

According to the Department of Meteorology, rainfall intensity is expected to range between 55 and 70 millimetres per hour.

During the thunderstorms, winds will be variable with strong gusts, and hail cannot be ruled out.