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Strong southern winds reaching 8 to 9 Beaufort are causing widespread disruptions to ferry services…
Sifnos has been named one of the 58 new members of the UNESCO Creative Cities…
Katerina Monogiou emphasizes that Greece stands at a pivotal crossroads, where the choices made today…
Mykonos Municipality contracts for 290,000 m³ of additional desalinated water to prevent summer shortages, launching a temporary unit in Ano Mera by May 2026 in a €539,400 “water as a service” deal.
Severe weather system Byron has intensified across Greece, prompting widespread alerts and emergency measures. Authorities…
On November 21, Amorgos celebrates the Feast of the Entry of the Theotokos, honoring its patron saint at the breathtaking 11th-century Monastery of Panagia Hozoviotissa, a white cliffside marvel 300 meters above the Aegean Sea.
A 63-year-old man at the centre of a high-profile animal abuse case has been sentenced…
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Greece awakens to clear skies and abundant sunshine on October 29, though a slight temperature dip will make the day feel refreshingly cooler. The National Meteorological Service (EMY) forecasts highs of 19–21°C in the north, up to 24°C in Crete and the Dodecanese, with light northerly winds and locally reduced visibility in western areas during morning and evening hours.
As Greece prepares for Oxi Day on October 28, the EMY forecasts thunderstorms in the north and west from early morning, easing by midday, while southern regions enjoy warmer skies up to 30°C in Crete. Winds shift west-northwesterly, with a cooler Tuesday ahead.
Greek prosecutors are uncovering the country’s largest cyber fraud network, involving over 1,200 suspects accused of draining hundreds of bank accounts through sophisticated phishing scams. The group allegedly operated nationwide, earning more than €6 million since 2022, with international assistance from U.S. authorities and Google helping trace the digital trail.
Greece basks in mostly clear skies today with temperatures reaching up to 24°C, though western Crete may see brief showers, especially in mountainous areas. Expect occasional clouds in eastern Macedonia, Thrace, and the Ionian Islands, with northwest winds strengthening to 6 Beaufort in the southeastern Aegean by afternoon. The weekend promises stable temperatures and mostly clear conditions, with light showers possible in northern and eastern regions.
Cloudy skies, rain, and sporadic thunderstorms are forecast across Greece today, with southern regions like Crete and the Dodecanese seeing temperatures up to 26°C, according to the National Meteorological Service. Conditions in Athens and Thessaloniki will reach 24°C and 23°C, respectively, with northerly winds at 3 to 5 Beaufort. Expect improvement by afternoon.
Starting today, Thursday, September 25, 2025, Greece will see a change in weather, with increased cloud cover and a slight drop in temperatures, especially in the north. According to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service, western regions, including the Ionian Islands and Epirus, will experience showers and sporadic thunderstorms, while scattered clouds and possible afternoon showers are expected elsewhere. Temperatures will reach up to 31°C in Athens and 29°C in Thessaloniki, with stronger winds in the Aegean.
Greece will bask in mostly sunny skies this Tuesday, with temperatures climbing to 31°C in some areas, according to EMY. While Crete sees occasional clouds, coastal regions may face reduced morning visibility due to fog. Winds will range from 2 to 5 Beaufort, strongest in the Aegean.
Brace for a breezy, sun-drenched Friday in Greece, with temperatures dipping mildly amid mostly clear skies. Attica will see 18-27°C, while northerly gales whip up to 9 Beaufort in the Aegean, stirring adventure for sailors. From Macedonia’s 13-28°C highs to Crete’s balmy 30°C pockets, the forecast promises a refreshing shift—perfect for late-summer escapes.
On Wednesday, September 17, 2025, Greece will see cloudy skies with scattered showers and possible thunderstorms, particularly in eastern Macedonia and Thrace, according to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service. While northern regions brace for rain, Attica and the islands, including Crete and the Cyclades, will enjoy mostly clear skies. Temperatures will reach up to 33°C in Athens and 31°C in Thessaloniki, with northerly winds blowing at 3-6 Beaufort across the seas.
Athens has partnered with Google’s Global Fishing Watch to revolutionize marine surveillance in the Aegean Sea, focusing on protecting new marine parks in the Ionian and Cyclades. Using advanced satellite technology, the initiative targets illegal fishing and environmental violations, while enhancing Greece’s ability to monitor its territorial waters. The collaboration, signed in November 2024, also holds potential for addressing migration flows and bolstering national security.
On the Greek island of Tinos, more than a thousand private chapels are lovingly maintained by families across generations. These small, whitewashed stone churches serve as sites of faith, community, and tradition, hosting annual festivals that honor saints and the Virgin Mary. For locals, the chapels are not just places of worship—they are treasured heirlooms that connect past and present, family and community.
As Greece basks in the lingering warmth of early autumn, the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS) forecasts mostly cloudy skies across much of the country today, with temperatures soaring up to 33°C in mainland areas. Scattered afternoon showers are expected in mountainous regions, particularly in Macedonia and Epirus, while islands like Crete and the Cyclades enjoy clearer conditions and northerly winds up to 6 Beaufort. Stay tuned for regional updates as visibility may dip in the west this morning.
Greece endured its third hottest summer since 1960 in 2025, with temperatures consistently above seasonal norms, according to meteo.gr. June ranked as the second hottest on record, July the fourth, and 70 of the summer’s 92 days exceeded the 1991–2020 average. Regions like Western Greece and the Peloponnese saw their second warmest summer, underscoring the ongoing impact of climate change.
Greece is set for a varied weather weekend, with sunny skies and warm temperatures up to 35°C on Friday, August 29. However, clouds will roll into the northern Ionian, Epirus, and western Macedonia by Saturday, bringing rain and thunderstorms. By Sunday, storms will spread to western and northern regions, with conditions improving later. Clear skies return on Monday, and a summer heatwave will push temperatures higher by Tuesday, September 2.
Greece welcomes the return of seasonal Meltemi winds and scattered showers today, as forecast by the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY). Expect summery temperatures up to 33°C in the south, with brief afternoon showers in mountainous areas from Macedonia to the Peloponnese. Strong northerly winds, reaching up to 7 Beaufort in the Aegean, will accompany mostly sunny skies across the country.
Greece welcomes a mostly sunny start to the week, with mild weather across the country, according to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY). Expect localized afternoon showers in mountainous areas, particularly in western and northern regions, with possible thunderstorms in Macedonia’s highlands. Temperatures will reach up to 34°C in parts of the mainland, Eastern Aegean, Dodecanese, and southern Crete, while strong winds up to 7 Beaufort are forecast for the Aegean.
Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis shared a discreet evening with Rupert Murdoch, the Australian-American media tycoon, during a summer stop on the Cycladic island of Tinos.
Greece is bracing for a return to scorching summer heat after record-breaking rainfall drenched Athens. Meteorologist Sakis Arnaoutoglou forecasts clear skies and rising temperatures from Wednesday, August 20, 2025, with highs reaching 40°C in lowland areas by Friday. While brief showers may linger in Thessaly and Macedonia, the weekend promises mostly sunny conditions with a slight cooldown.
