Greece Braces for Return of Meltemi Winds and Localised Showers

The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) forecasts the return of seasonal Meltemi winds and localised showers across Greece today, with temperatures remaining summery, reaching up to 33°C in southern regions. The weather will feature a mix of sunshine, scattered clouds, and brief rain in mountainous areas, particularly during the afternoon.

Regional Weather Outlook

• Macedonia and Thrace: Expect partly cloudy skies, with showers possible in mountainous areas during the afternoon. Temperatures will range from 20°C to 33°C, slightly cooler in western Macedonia. Winds will be light, with eastern and northeastern breezes up to 5 Beaufort in the east.
• Ionian Islands, Epirus, Western Sterea, Western Peloponnese: Sparse clouds will thicken by midday, bringing localised showers to mountainous areas. Temperatures will hit 20°C to 33°C, with northwesterly winds at 3 to 4 Beaufort.
• Thessaly, Eastern Sterea, Evia, Eastern Peloponnese: Mostly clear skies, with temporary clouds and possible showers in mountainous areas during the afternoon. Temperatures will range from 20°C to 33°C, with northerly winds at 3 to 5 Beaufort.
• Cyclades and Crete: Clear skies dominate, with temperatures between 23°C and 31°C, reaching 33°C in southern Crete. Northerly winds will strengthen, reaching 4 to 6 Beaufort, and up to 7 Beaufort in eastern areas.
• Eastern Aegean Islands and Dodecanese: Generally clear, with temperatures from 23°C to 32°C, and up to 34°C in southern areas. Northerly winds will blow at 4 to 6 Beaufort, locally reaching 7 Beaufort.
• Attica: Sunny with occasional clouds in the afternoon. Temperatures will range from 22°C to 33°C, with northerly winds up to 5 Beaufort, and 6 Beaufort in eastern parts.
• Thessaloniki: Cloudy skies will intensify by midday, with light, short-lived showers possible in mountainous areas. The weather will improve by evening, with temperatures between 21°C and 31°C and southerly winds up to 4 Beaufort.

Aegean Winds and Temperature Trends

Strong northerly Meltemi winds will dominate the Aegean, reaching 4 to 6 Beaufort and up to 7 Beaufort in central and eastern areas. In the Ionian Sea, winds will be milder, ranging from 3 to 5 Beaufort. Temperatures across Greece will remain steady, peaking at 30°C to 34°C in mainland areas, the Eastern Aegean, Dodecanese, and Crete, while the Ionian islands and other island regions will see highs of 30°C to 32°C.

Outlook

The EMY predicts that showers will be confined to mountainous regions and will subside by late afternoon. With warm temperatures and breezy conditions, particularly in the Aegean, residents and visitors are advised to stay cautious of strong winds, especially in coastal and island areas.