Cyprus Faces Fourth Year of Drought

The Cyprus Meteorological Service warns of an increased risk of prolonged drought and calls for prayers for rain, as the island may face a fourth consecutive year with below-average rainfall. According to experts, despite occasional local showers, overall precipitation levels since the beginning of the year remain significantly below long-term averages.

The meteorological service notes that water levels in reservoirs continue to decline. In some regions, especially around Nicosia (Lefkoşa) and Larnaca (Larnaka), water reserves have reached alarming levels. If the situation does not improve in the coming weeks, the country risks entering winter with moisture deficits, which could negatively affect agriculture and water supply to the population next year.

Forecasters explain the lack of rain by the predominance of dry air masses and high atmospheric pressure, which hinder cloud formation. According to forecasts, the probability of significant rainfall in the coming days remains very low; however, meteorologists express cautious optimism, hoping for a change in weather conditions by the end of October.

The Ministry of Agriculture and Natural Resources of Cyprus stated that it is continuously monitoring the situation and is ready to implement additional water-saving measures if the drought trend continues. Local authorities urge residents to use water sparingly and monitor the condition of natural water sources.

Thus, Cyprus faces the risk of a fourth consecutive low-water year, once again raising the issue of the importance of a long-term strategy for managing water resources and the need for sustainable solutions to adapt to climate change.