**Wednesday to be Scorching as Yellow Warning for Extreme Heat Issued**
The Meteorological Department has issued a yellow warning for extreme heat, effective from 1:30 PM to 4 PM on Wednesday, August 26, 2026. This alert comes as inland temperatures are expected to soar to a maximum of 40 degrees Celsius, prompting authorities to advise residents to take precautions against the intense heat.
The weather forecast for Wednesday indicates mostly clear skies, with increased cloud cover anticipated over the mountainous regions in the afternoon. Winds will initially be light, blowing from the southwest to northwest at around 3 Beaufort, but are expected to gradually strengthen to light to moderate, reaching 3 to 4 Beaufort. In the southern areas, local winds may become moderate to strong, peaking at 4 to 5 Beaufort. The sea conditions will remain smooth to slight, providing a relatively calm environment for maritime activities.
Temperature forecasts for Wednesday highlight significant variations across different regions of Cyprus. Inland areas are projected to reach around 40 degrees Celsius, while the southern and eastern coasts will see temperatures around 35 degrees. The western and northern coasts are expected to be slightly cooler, with temperatures around 32 degrees, and the higher mountainous regions will experience the mildest conditions, with temperatures around 30 degrees.
Looking ahead, the weather for Thursday and Friday is expected to remain mostly clear, with only brief local cloud formations. However, isolated afternoon rain is possible in the mountainous areas. Temperatures are predicted to ease slightly, hovering close to or just above seasonal averages.
As the weekend approaches, conditions will shift to partly cloudy, eventually becoming mostly cloudy on Saturday. Local rain and potentially isolated storms are anticipated, with temperatures expected to drop noticeably, falling below seasonal averages.
Residents are encouraged to stay hydrated and limit outdoor activities during the peak heat hours on Wednesday. The issuance of the yellow warning serves as a reminder to be vigilant and prepared for the extreme weather conditions.
In related news, the local community is still recovering from a fire that occurred in an industrial area of Aradippou, which was brought under control on August 25, 2026. Additionally, footballer Charles Eloundou was released from the Limnes deportation detention center on the same day.
As Cyprus faces these challenging weather conditions, authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide updates to ensure public safety.