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Severe Storm Hits Attica: What to Expect in the Coming Hours and Days

**Severe Storm Hits Attica: Stay Alert**
Heavy rain and lightning struck Attica early Friday, marking the onset of intense weather expected to persist through the weekend. Meteorologist Theodoros Kolydas has urged caution, warning of rapid rainfall accumulation in urban areas. As storms gradually weaken, other parts of Greece, including the Ionian, Cyclades, and Dodecanese, brace for rain and thunderstorms, with strong winds reaching up to 8 Beaufort. Authorities advise vigilance as unsettled weather continues into next week.

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November Temperatures in Greece Fell Slightly Below Seasonal Norms

November 2024 brought cooler-than-average temperatures to Greece, with maximum daily temperatures slightly below seasonal norms in most regions. The Aegean islands and Crete recorded their second coldest November since 2010, while Athens and Thessaloniki experienced significant deviations from typical temperature levels, according to the National Observatory of Athens’s meteo.gr weather data.

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Greece Braces for a 48-Hour Winter Blast: Temperatures to Plunge by 10 Degrees

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.