Weather Forecast for Greece: Sunny Skies with Scattered Showers and Strong Aegean Winds

The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) forecasts a mostly sunny start to the week across Greece, with mild weather dominating most regions.

However, expect occasional clouds and localised showers in mountainous areas during the afternoon, particularly in western and northern Greece, with possible isolated thunderstorms in Macedonia’s highlands. Temperatures will slightly dip but remain warm, reaching up to 34°C in some areas, while stronger winds are expected in the Aegean.

Regional Weather Outlook

• Mainland Greece (Thessaly, Eastern Sterea, Euboea, Eastern Peloponnese): Mostly clear skies with temporary clouds in the afternoon. Localised showers may occur in mountainous areas. Winds from northern directions at 3-5 Beaufort. Temperatures will range from 19°C to 34°C.
• Ionian Islands, Epirus, Western Sterea, Western Peloponnese: Generally clear with brief afternoon cloud cover in mainland areas, bringing localised showers in the mountains. Winds will blow from west-northwest at 3-5 Beaufort. Temperatures will range from 19°C to 33°C, slightly cooler in inland Epirus.
• Cyclades and Crete: Mostly clear, though western Crete may see brief clouds and a slight chance of light showers until midday. Northern winds will strengthen to 4-6 Beaufort, reaching up to 7 Beaufort in eastern Crete by afternoon. Temperatures will range from 23°C to 31°C, with southern Crete hitting 34°C.
• Eastern Aegean Islands and Dodecanese: Clear skies with northern winds at 4-6 Beaufort, intensifying to 5-7 Beaufort in southern areas by midday. Temperatures will range from 22°C to 34°C.
• Attica: Sunny with a few clouds in the afternoon. Winds will be variable at 3-4 Beaufort, turning north-northeast up to 5 Beaufort in eastern and southern areas. Temperatures will range from 22°C to 33-34°C.
• Thessaloniki: Sunny with some midday cloud cover. Brief showers are possible in surrounding mountainous areas during the afternoon. Winds will be light and variable, turning south at up to 4 Beaufort by midday. Temperatures will range from 21°C to 31°C.

Temperature and Wind Highlights

The warmest temperatures, reaching 33-34°C, are expected in mainland Greece, the Eastern Aegean islands, the Dodecanese, and southern Crete. Cooler conditions, 3-4°C lower, will prevail in western Macedonia and inland Epirus. In the Aegean, winds will intensify, reaching up to 7 Beaufort in the eastern and southern regions, creating choppy conditions for maritime activities.

Outlook

While the week begins with pleasant, sunny weather, those in mountainous areas should prepare for brief showers or thunderstorms, particularly in the afternoon. Coastal and island regions will enjoy warm temperatures, but mariners in the Aegean should stay cautious due to strengthening winds. Stay updated with EMY’s forecasts for real-time weather changes.