Significant weather changes are on the horizon for Greece, with snow and rain expected in…
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Following recent severe storms, Greece is set for a mini heatwave, with temperatures rising to 30°C later this week. Meteorologists predict a shift to summer-like conditions from Thursday to Saturday, with clear skies across much of the country. The temporary warm spell will provide a brief return of summer after the recent bout of bad weather.
A study from the National Observatory of Athens shows Greece's average temperature has risen by 1.5°C over the past 30 years, with northern regions seeing increases of over 2°C. The report highlights that Greece is warming faster than the global and European averages, with reduced frost days and rising sea temperatures contributing to more frequent heavy rainfall and flooding.
Greece is projected to experience the highest increase in heat-related deaths by the end of the century, according to a new study published in *The Lancet*. The research forecasts that a 3ºC rise in global temperatures could triple heat-related mortality rates in southern Europe, with Greece, Italy, Spain, and southern France facing the greatest impacts.
The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS) has issued a heatwave advisory starting tomorrow, with temperatures expected to soar above 41-42 degrees Celsius (105.8-107.6 degrees Fahrenheit) by Wednesday, particularly in mainland regions. Residents are urged to take precautions as the heatwave is set to peak mid-week and persist through Thursday and Friday.
Today, Tuesday (21.05), some areas experienced temperatures reaching up to 35 degrees Celsius, according to…