Rain and thunderstorms forecast for Cyprus, with hail possible

Low pressure is expected to bring increased cloud, rain and thunderstorms across Cyprus until Friday, according to the meteorological department forecast reported by the Cyprus Mail.

Isolated showers and thunderstorms are expected mainly over inland and mountainous areas, with hail possible during storms. Temperatures are forecast to reach 34C inland, 30C on the west coast, 32C elsewhere and 26C in the higher mountains.

Overnight, rain and thunderstorms are expected to begin in western and northern areas before spreading more widely. Some storms may be locally intense, accompanied by hail and strong gusts.

Friday is forecast to remain mainly cloudy, with intermittent rain and isolated thunderstorms. Conditions are expected to improve late in the afternoon, while temperatures are forecast to fall below average.

The outlook for Saturday and Sunday is mainly clear, though isolated afternoon showers or thunderstorms remain possible in mountainous areas. Temperatures are expected to rise gradually over the weekend.