Nicosia: The Cyprus Department of Meteorology has issued a forecast predicting challenging weather conditions for the sea area surrounding Cyprus from 6:00 AM on February 2, 2026, to 6:00 AM on February 3, 2026. The forecast covers an area extending 8 kilometers seawards, with atmospheric pressure recorded at 1008 hPa. The primary concern is a low-pressure system that is expected to temporarily impact the region, leading to increased cloud coverage, isolated showers, and thunderstorms, particularly over the western and northern coasts. Dust suspension is also anticipated. According to Cyprus News Agency, visibility in the area will range from good to moderate but could become locally poor at times. The sea surface temperature is currently at 18°C. A significant warning, numbered 14, has been issued, indicating strong southwesterly to westerly winds reaching up to 6 Beaufort, which will affect coastal areas intermittently. Initially, the sea state will be moderate but is expected to become rough, with conditi ons worsening to rough or very rough over the western coastal areas. Detailed forecasts for specific coastal areas are as follows: On the west coast, winds will shift from southwest to northwest in the morning, increasing in intensity throughout the day, leading to rough seas by night. The south coast will experience similar wind conditions, leading to moderate to rough seas, particularly at night. The east coast will see winds increasing from southwest, causing slight to moderate seas. Meanwhile, the north coast will experience a gradual increase in wind intensity, resulting in moderate to rough sea conditions.