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January Rainfall - Where the Highest Amounts Were Recorded

Published January 23, 2026, 08:15
January Rainfall - Where the Highest Amounts Were Recorded

January rainfall in the free areas of Cyprus is currently below the seasonal average, with an average of 75.1 millimeters, representing 73% of the normal. The picture is mixed in urban areas, with Nicosia having normal rainfall (104%), while Limassol, Larnaca, and Paphos show lower percentages (56%-78%). Rainfall was more noticeable in mountainous and semi-mountainous stations, with Platanias recording the highest rainfall amounts (170 millimeters). Overall, since October 1, 2025, cumulative rainfall has reached 234.3 millimeters, about 80% of the normal, with significant differences between regions.