Unusual May weather brings snow and strong winds to Cyprus
Cyprus experienced severe weather conditions starting Sunday evening, May 3, 2026, under a yellow meteorological warning effective until the morning of May 4. The island faced strong winds reaching 7 to 9 Beaufort, localized rainfall, and scattered thunderstorms with a possibility of hail. Notably, the Troodos mountains received significant snowfall, with depths reaching 14 centimeters at Chionistra by Monday morning. The phenomenon is considered historically unusual for the month of May. Local reports from Kyperounta indicated minor structural damage, including roof damage and fallen signs, which authorities described as manageable. Temperatures dropped significantly, with highs of 18 degrees Celsius inland and as low as 8 degrees in mountainous areas. Weather conditions are expected to show gradual improvement by the afternoon of May 4.