**Sunny for Most of the Day, Thunderstorms Expected in the Afternoon**
Cyprus is set to experience a predominantly sunny Tuesday, with temperatures reaching up to 36 degrees Celsius inland, 32 degrees along the coast, and a cooler 26 degrees in the highest mountain regions. The day will begin with clear skies, allowing residents and visitors to enjoy the warm weather before a shift in conditions later in the afternoon.
As the day progresses, clouds are expected to develop, leading to scattered showers and isolated thunderstorms, particularly in inland areas and mountainous regions. There is also a possibility of hailstones accompanying these storms, adding an element of unpredictability to the weather.
Winds will be blowing from the southwest to northwest, initially presenting as a gentle to moderate breeze ranging from 3 to 4 Beaufort. However, as the afternoon unfolds, wind speeds may increase to a moderate to fresh breeze of 5 to 6 Beaufort, particularly over slight to moderate seas.
As night falls, the weather will clear up, with low clouds primarily affecting coastal areas. Winds will calm down to a gentle breeze of 3 Beaufort, with some areas experiencing a moderate breeze of 4 Beaufort over the slight seas. Overnight temperatures are expected to drop to 22 degrees Celsius inland and along the coast, while the mountainous regions will cool down to around 18 degrees.
The weather pattern is anticipated to continue into the following days, with Wednesday and Thursday likely to see cloudy afternoons accompanied by local showers and isolated thunderstorms, especially in mountainous and some inland areas.
Looking ahead to Friday, the forecast indicates a return to mainly fine weather, although clouds may still linger over the mountains in the afternoon. Throughout the week, temperatures are expected to remain close to the seasonal average, providing a stable climate for residents and tourists alike.
As always, those planning outdoor activities are advised to stay informed about the changing weather conditions, particularly during the afternoon when thunderstorms may develop.