Nicosia: The Cyprus Department of Meteorology released its forecast for the sea area surrounding Cyprus for the period from 1800 on January 29, 2026, until 1800 on January 30, 2026. The forecast covers an area extending 8 kilometers seawards, focusing on wind conditions, sea state, and atmospheric influences.
According to Cyprus News Agency, the forecast highlights an extended barometric low centered over South Italy, which is moving eastwards and impacting the central and eastern Mediterranean regions. This atmospheric condition is causing dust in suspension, which is expected to reduce visibility at times. Despite this, visibility is generally good, though it may become moderate during showers. The sea surface temperature is recorded at 18°C, and no warnings have been issued for this period.
The forecast details specific wind patterns and sea conditions for different coastal areas of Cyprus. On the West Coast, winds are expected to be from the south to southwest at Beaufort scale 4 to 5 during the night, moderating to 3 to 4 in the morning, and returning to 4 to 5 by the afternoon, with the sea state varying from slight to moderate. Similar conditions are expected on the South Coast, with morning winds at 3 to 4 and afternoon winds increasing to 4 to 5, resulting in a moderate sea state.
For the East Coast, winds will range from south to southwest at Beaufort scale 4 to 5 during the night, decreasing to 3 to 4 in the morning and afternoon, with the sea state ranging from slight to moderate. The North Coast will experience south to southwest winds at Beaufort scale 4 at night, shifting to 3 to 4 in the morning and afternoon, with the sea state remaining slight to moderate throughout the period.