Cyprus exceeds annual rainfall norm: precipitation level reaches 163% of average

A significant increase in precipitation levels has been recorded in Cyprus: as of Friday, May 15, figures have reached 163% of the climatic norm. In some areas, the amount of rainfall more than tripled the monthly averages.

According to meteorological data, the average rainfall in May was 31.9 mm, compared to the norm of 19.6 mm. Thus, a significant excess over long-term indicators is already recorded in the middle of the month.

The highest deviations were noted near Paphos International Airport, where the rainfall reached 385% of the norm. At Limassol's New Port, the figure was 357%, in the Polis area — 356%, and at the Stavros Psokas weather station — 340%.

In absolute terms, the highest rainfall since the beginning of the month fell in Stavros Psokas — 92.4 mm, while the minimum was recorded in Xylotymbou — only 7.1 mm.

Looking at the period since October 1, the average precipitation on the island has already reached 114% of the norm. Almost all regions exceeded average climatic values, with the exception of Lythrodontas, where the figure stands at 97%.

Overall, from October to the present, average rainfall amounted to 555 mm against the long-term norm of 453.2 mm, confirming a wetter-than-usual season.

Meteorologists continue to monitor the weather situation, noting that current figures may have a positive impact on water resources and the island's agricultural sector.