Weather conditions in Greece will feel like summer this week, as meteorologists forecast a rise in temperatures, potentially reaching up to 30°C. As early as yesterday, some parts of the country already saw thermometers surpass the 30°C mark. This temperature spike will be accompanied by a noticeable influx of African dust in the atmosphere.
According to meteorologist Thodoris Kolydas, following this warm spell, a cold air mass is expected to move in, leading to a drop in temperatures below seasonal averages.
“After a rather chilly April across the country – especially in the Aegean islands following Easter – temperatures will now rise slightly above normal levels,” noted the Star TV meteorologist. However, he also warned that starting Friday and into the weekend, a cold snap is expected, with temperatures falling slightly below what is typical for this time of year.
Today’s Weather
Sunny skies with scattered clouds are forecasted for today, more concentrated in the west and gradually spreading elsewhere. Localized showers or isolated thunderstorms are expected initially in the Ionian Sea, Epirus, and western Central Greece, and later in Thessaly, Western Macedonia, and the mountainous areas of Central Greece. Conditions will improve in the west by midday.
Temperatures will range from:
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Northern Greece: 11–27°C (10–24°C in Western Macedonia)
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Central and Southern Greece: 14–29°C
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Western Greece: 13–25°C
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Cyclades: 12–23°C
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Crete: 13–29°C
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Eastern Aegean Islands: 12–26°C
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Dodecanese: 15–23°C
Winds will be light and variable in the Northern and Central Aegean. In the Southern Aegean, winds will blow from the west at 4–5 Beaufort. In the Ionian, mostly southerly light winds are expected, with occasional southeastern gusts in the north reaching up to 4 Beaufort. In the Corinthian Gulf, westerly winds will blow at 4–5 Beaufort.
Attica Forecast (Monday)
Expect sunshine with occasional cloud cover. Temperatures will range from 17–29°C, slightly cooler (by 2–3°C) in the northern and coastal areas. Winds will be light and variable, turning northwesterly in the Saronic Gulf at times, up to 4 Beaufort.
Thessaloniki Forecast (Monday)
Sunny with intervals of increased cloud cover. Temperatures between 16–26°C. Light and variable winds expected over the Thermaic Gulf.
Weather Forecast for Tuesday (May 6)
Initially, increased clouds and local showers in the northern Ionian and Epirus, spreading gradually to Thessaly, Macedonia, and parts of Central Greece, with thunderstorms likely in the afternoon. The rest of the country will see mostly clear skies, with some occasional clouds. Conditions will favor the transport of African dust.
Winds will blow from the south at 4–5 Beaufort, reaching up to 6 Beaufort in the seas.
Temperatures will rise slightly in central and southern areas, reaching:
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24–26°C in northern mainland, Ionian, and much of the Aegean
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27–29°C in other mainland regions and Crete
Weather Forecast for Wednesday (May 7)
In northern Greece, expect scattered clouds with occasional rain and isolated thunderstorms, especially in the afternoon. Elsewhere, light cloud cover, temporarily denser at times. African dust will continue to affect air quality.
Southern winds will persist at 4–5 Beaufort, locally up to 6. Winds in western Greece will gradually shift to northwesterly in the afternoon, up to 4 Beaufort.
Temperatures will climb further in central and southern Greece, reaching unusually high levels for the season.
Weather Outlook for Thursday (May 8) and Friday (May 9)
Partly cloudy skies, with thicker cloud cover in places. Scattered showers or isolated thunderstorms expected in the northern mainland during the afternoon hours. African dust will remain present.
Winds:
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From the north at 3–5 Beaufort in western Greece
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From the south at 4–6 Beaufort in eastern regions
Temperatures will remain relatively stable with no significant change.
