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Unseasonal snowfall and unstable weather across Cyprus

Cyprus is experiencing unstable weather conditions caused by a weak low-pressure system, resulting in unseasonal snowfall in the Troodos mountains reaching up to 19 centimeters in some areas. Meteorological officer Andreas Chrysanthou noted the phenomenon is extremely rare for early May, with temperatures dipping significantly below seasonal averages. On Tuesday, temperatures were expected to reach around 20 degrees Celsius inland and on the coast, with mountain areas seeing lows around 0 to 8 degrees Celsius. The forecast includes partly cloudy skies with isolated showers and potential thunderstorms, particularly in the eastern and mountain regions. Winds are shifting between south-westerly and north-westerly at 3 to 5 Beaufort, while seas remain slight to moderate. Conditions are expected to improve starting Wednesday, with temperatures gradually rising toward seasonal norms by the end of the week. Authorities have warned of slippery roads and fog in the mountains, despite public interest in the unusual winter-like landscape.

Original Sources

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