December rainfall exceeds average across Cyprus

Cyprus recorded above average rainfall in December, with totals reaching 116 per cent of the monthly norm, according to preliminary data released on Friday by the met office.

Average rainfall measured 122.8 millimetres, compared with the usual December figure of 105.6 millimetres.

Rainfall since the start of October reached 159.2 millimetres, equivalent to 83 per cent of the normal amount for the period.

The highest December rainfall was recorded at Polis Chrysochous...