Cyprus is under the grip of a weak seasonal low-pressure system this weekend, bringing scorching heat across inland areas while sparing the coasts with milder temperatures and scattered clouds.

After early morning mist and low cloud lifted on Saturday, conditions across much of the island turned mostly clear. But by midday, localised cloud build-up over the mountains brought brief, isolated showers. These short-lived downpours are typical during the current transitional weather pattern.

Winds throughout the day have remained mostly light, ranging from south-westerly to north-westerly at 3 to 4 on the Beaufort scale. Along southern coastal regions, gusts increased to a stronger 4 to 5 Beaufort during the afternoon. The sea is slightly choppy in most areas but remains generally calm.

Temperatures soared to a sweltering 39C in the interior, while coastal regions in the west and southwest remained cooler at around 30C. Mountain communities experienced highs of 30C, and other coastal areas reached 32C.

By Saturday night, skies will remain mostly clear in most areas. However, fog and low cloud are expected to reappear locally after midnight. Winds will ease and gradually shift to variable directions, remaining weak at 3 Beaufort. The sea will calm further, becoming smooth to slightly choppy.

Temperatures overnight are set to dip to 21C inland and near the coast, with 18C expected in higher mountain areas.

Looking ahead, Sunday and Monday are forecast to begin with sunshine, but clouds will form by midday, especially over the hills. These clouds could trigger isolated rain showers or a single thunderstorm, mainly in mountainous regions. By Tuesday, conditions are expected to stabilise with clear skies returning island-wide.

Temperatures will drop slightly on Sunday, hold steady on Monday, and begin to rise again on Tuesday, remaining above average for this time of year, according to the Cyprus Meteorological Service.

The current weather pattern reflects the start of a long, dry summer period typical for Cyprus, but occasional mountain showers remain a risk as warm air interacts with local topography. Authorities continue to advise the public to stay hydrated and avoid direct sun exposure during peak hours.