Northern Greece was blanketed in snow on April 6, 2025, as a fierce cold front swept through, prompting school closures in Florina, Prespes, and Amyntaio for Monday. With heavy snowfall transforming towns like Hortiatis and Kastoria, authorities are on alert, enforcing snow chains and bracing for worsening conditions, including rain and plunging temperatures, as forecast by the National Meteorological Service.
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Greece faces unstable weather with rain, thunderstorms, and a looming cold front set to bring a sharp temperature drop and lowland snowfall, especially in Western Macedonia, starting late Sunday and intensifying Monday, April 7. Temperatures in Athens will range from 10°C to 19°C, while northern regions brace for a significant shift.
Greece is set for a sudden plunge back into winter this Sunday, as a cold front from the north slashes temperatures by up to 10°C and unleashes rain, thunderstorms, and snow in areas like Macedonia and Thrace. Friday starts with clear skies for most, but clouds and showers will spread by midday, with Attica and Thessaloniki seeing highs of 19°C and 17°C respectively, before the wintry weather takes hold next week.
Greece is set to experience stormy weather on Friday, with widespread rain and thunderstorms affecting multiple regions. A slight drop in temperature is expected, while snowfall is forecasted for the mountainous areas. Winds will vary in intensity, reaching up to 6 Beaufort in the south. The unstable conditions will continue through the weekend, with intermittent rain, thunderstorms, and occasional snowfall in higher elevations. Residents are advised to stay updated on weather alerts as conditions may be severe in certain areas.
Greece is gearing up for a wild weather shift as a cold front sweeps in, slashing temperatures by 15°C over 48 hours from Tuesday, 18 March. Expect thunderstorms, heavy snow down to 500 metres in places like Pilio and Evia, and winds hitting 9 Beaufort in the Aegean, warns the National Meteorological Service. Civil Protection is urging caution, with meteorologist Giorgos Tsatrafyllias calling it a ‘thermal shock’ set to test the nation.
Greece braces for cold front ‘CORAL,’ bringing a sharp temperature drop, strong winds, and heavy snowfall. EMY warns of harsh winter conditions starting February 19, affecting multiple regions, including the Aegean and Crete.
Greece faces stormy weather as February begins, with heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and snowfall in mountainous areas. Strong winds up to 9 Beaufort will impact the Aegean, while temperatures drop significantly, especially in the north and east. Frost is expected in mainland regions during morning and evening hours. Weather conditions will gradually improve later in the week, though cold temperatures and scattered showers will persist.
Greece is set to experience a dramatic weather shift starting Sunday, with meteorologist Thodoris Kolydas warning of heavy rain, snowfall in mountainous regions, and a significant drop in temperatures. Winds are expected to strengthen, reaching up to 8 Beaufort in some areas, while temperatures in Athens could plummet from 16–17°C to 10–11°C. The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) advises citizens to prepare for the stormy conditions expected to impact much of the country.
Greece is set for a dramatic weather shift as cold north winds and a massive anticyclone bring rain, snow, and temperature drops. While localized showers will affect parts of Attica, northern Crete, and the Sporades today, much of the country will enjoy sunshine. Meteorologist Yannis Kallianos predicts snowfall on mountain ridges like Penteli and Parnitha, with colder, stormier conditions expected to intensify through Christmas.
A polar jet stream is bringing snow and freezing temperatures to Greek cities this weekend. A dramatic temperature drop of up to 10°C is expected, with strong winds and even snow possible in urban areas. While significant accumulation is not predicted, major cities will see temperatures well below 10°C on Sunday and Monday
A polar air mass is set to bring a 48-hour winter chill to Greece this weekend, with temperatures plunging by up to 10 degrees Celsius and gusty winds reaching 9 Beaufort. Major cities, including Athens and Thessaloniki, will see morning lows below 10°C on Sunday and Monday, while rainfall and strong winds will affect parts of the country starting Friday.
Greece braces for a sharp weather shift as a cold air front divides the country into three distinct zones, bringing rain, chilly temperatures, and potential storms. Northern mountainous areas face significant cold, while central regions turn brisk, and the south experiences milder conditions. Heavy rainfall is expected midweek, particularly on Wednesday, with meteorologists warning of locally severe phenomena, especially in the Ionian Sea region.
Greece will see a sharp drop in temperatures starting Thursday, October 17th, as cold air masses from Eastern Europe move in. While the week begins with unseasonably warm weather and sunshine, cooler conditions will bring temperatures below typical seasonal levels, ranging from 20-23°C. Strong north winds are also expected, especially in the Aegean Sea, reaching up to 8 Beaufort.
Greece is bracing for a bout of severe weather, with strong winds, heavy rain, and a significant temperature drop expected from Sunday through Monday. Powerful winds reaching 7-9 Beaufort will impact the Ionian Sea and western Greece on Sunday before sweeping across the country. Meanwhile, northeastern regions will be hit by heavy rain and thunderstorms. Temperatures are set to plummet 6-8 degrees Celsius by Monday.
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