October of 2024 recorded the least rainfall in the history of Cyprus, since the Department of Meteorology began measurements, according to an officer of the Department, who spoke to CNA.
He said that in October rainfall was recorded only on the last day of the month, adding that its contribution to the amount of rain for this month was negligible. More specifically, this year October recorded only 0.1mm of rain.
Very low amounts of rain were recorded on October 31 in some areas of Cyprus. According to the Department of Meteorology, there were 2.5 millimeters of rain in Polystipos and 2.2 millimeters in Farmakas.