**Today’s Weather: Clear Inland with Rain Expected in the Mountains**
Cyprus is set to experience predominantly clear weather on Thursday, with a notable shift in conditions expected during the afternoon and evening hours. According to the latest weather forecast, increased local cloudiness will develop, particularly in the mountainous regions, where isolated short rain showers may occur.
Inland areas are predicted to see temperatures soaring to approximately 37 degrees Celsius. Coastal regions will experience milder conditions, with temperatures around 31 degrees on the west and north coasts, and about 33 degrees on the remaining coasts. The higher mountainous areas will be cooler, with temperatures expected to reach around 27 degrees Celsius.
Winds will begin the day as variable at 3 Beaufort but will shift to predominantly southwest to northwest later in the day, increasing to speeds of 3 to 4 Beaufort. In certain areas, particularly along the south and southwestern coasts, wind speeds may temporarily reach strong levels of 4 to 5 Beaufort. Meanwhile, the sea conditions are forecasted to be generally calm to slightly rough.
As night falls, the weather is expected to remain mainly clear, although there will be intervals of locally increased low clouds, especially in coastal areas. Overnight temperatures will drop to around 22 degrees Celsius both inland and along the coast, while the higher mountainous regions will see cooler temperatures of approximately 16 degrees. Early morning may bring some sparse fog or mist in certain areas, particularly in the southeast.
Looking ahead, the weather for Friday and Saturday is expected to remain mostly clear, with occasional local cloudiness developing primarily after noon. On Sunday, the clear conditions are likely to persist, but there may be increased local cloudiness that could lead to isolated rain in the higher mountains once again.
Temperatures are anticipated to gradually rise through Saturday, stabilizing at similar levels on Sunday. Overall, residents and visitors in Cyprus can expect a mix of warm, clear days with the potential for brief rain in the mountainous areas as the week progresses.