A stunning frozen waterfall has captivated residents of Florina, Greece, as Storm Coral plunges temperatures to a frigid -12°C. The icy cascade in the Polypotamos area has transformed into a breathtaking natural ice sculpture.
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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.
Significant snowfall has blanketed Greece’s mountainous regions, with approximately 10 percent of the country covered in snow as of December 28th.
Greece is bracing for a new wave of winter weather, with snow expected to fall in lower altitudes, including parts of Attica. Meteorologists are predicting heavy snowfall in eastern Greece, while a temporary improvement is expected on Friday before another round of inclement weather arrives.
Greek authorities are urging drivers to use snow chains after heavy snow and icy conditions caused significant traffic jams and road closures near popular mountain resorts over the Christmas holiday. Mount Parnassos, a major ski destination, was forced to close due to severe weather…
Traffic on the Athens-Corinth motorway has resumed near Aspropyrgos after flooding caused disruptions, while heavy snowfall has led to the closure of Parnitha Avenue and the Parnassos ski resort. Authorities urge drivers to use snow chains where necessary and stay updated on weather conditions.
A sudden blizzard in Arachova, Greece, caused a five-kilometer traffic jam as drivers without snow chains became stuck on the road to the ski resort. Authorities have issued a warning urging drivers to carry and use snow chains when traveling in mountainous areas, even if snow appears light.
A cold wave has hit central and northern Greece, bringing snow and subzero temperatures to regions like Grevena and Lailias in Serres. Popular ski resorts, including Kaimaktsalan and Vassilitsa, recorded temperatures of -4°C. Authorities have made snow chains mandatory on several roads leading to ski destinations and mountainous areas, urging caution for travelers navigating icy conditions.
A frosty surprise could be on the cards for parts of Eastern Europe and the Balkans this Christmas season. A cold front is set to sweep across the region between December 20th and 25th, potentially bringing icy winds and snowfall to areas not typically accustomed to such wintery conditions. While Northern and Northeastern Europe will bear the brunt of the cold wave, intermittent cold air masses could drift southward, potentially leading to localized snowfall in Greece.