Cyprus received just 11.7 millimeters (0.46 inches) of rain in the first 12 days of November, about 22% of the 53.3 millimeters typically recorded for the entire month, according to preliminary data from the Meteorological Service released Thursday.
Totals varied across the island. Saittas recorded the most, 63.9 millimeters, or 95% of its monthly average. Kellaki received 36.8 millimeters (63%), Kornos 30.5 millimeters (66%) and Frenaros 22.9 millimeters (54%).
In the past 24 hours, the highest totals were 4 millimeters at Stavros tis Psokas and 3.1 millimeters in Polis Chrysochous.
The dry spell has raised concerns among authorities about its effect on water reserves and the environment. Meteorological experts said they are monitoring the situation to assess possible long-term consequences for water management as the season progresses.
