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.
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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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