Severe weather forced a change in Kyriakos Mitsotakis’ schedule, redirecting his travel plans from the World Economic Forum in Davos to Brussels for an informal meeting of European Union leaders

The Ministry of Labor has also announced a package of extraordinary measures for the private sector, effective Wednesday, January 21, aimed at safeguarding employees in regions expected to experience extreme conditions.

Strong winds reaching up to gale force have triggered a nationwide sailing ban, grounding ferries at major ports, suspending key sea routes and forcing traffic restrictions on the Rio–Antirrio bridge

Civil Protection is advising residents and visitors in the Greek capital to stay indoors on Wednesday.

From 2000 to 2025, high-impact weather events caused growing social, economic, and human losses, highlighting the urgent need for resilience and improved urban planning against future climate risks

Gale-force winds, heavy rain and snowfall are disrupting transport across Greece, while authorities warn of a heightened flood risk in the Athens region as severe winter weather intensifies

A powerful low-pressure system forming over the Mediterranean is expected to bring severe storms, flooding rain, snow, and winds up to 120 km/h, with the highest risk forecast from midweek onward

Low temperatures, frost and localized snow affect much of Greece as cold conditions linger, with rain and strong winds impacting mainland regions and parts of the Aegean

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Rain, falling temperatures and strong winds are forecast across much of the country over the next few days, with colder conditions and even snow expected in northern and mountainous areas

Snow, low temperatures and rapid changes between cold and mild weather place added strain on the human body, affecting the cardiovascular, respiratory and immune systems, experts warn

Clear skies and a continued rise in temperatures will define the day nationwide, though overnight frost, morning fog, and reduced visibility in the evening may affect travel, especially across mainland areas.

Clear skies will dominate most regions as temperatures rise, though early frost, fog, and limited visibility may affect travel, with a slight chance of brief snowfall in northern Thrace and strong winds in the southeastern Aegean.

Severe winter conditions have forced widespread school closures and delayed openings across Greece, as local authorities respond to snowfall, frost, and hazardous travel conditions

Rain and snow will affect parts of Greece early in the day before gradually weakening, while temperatures remain well below seasonal averages and strong northerly winds dominate the seas.

Eastern, northern, and northwestern areas of Attica are most likely to experience significant snowfall. Snow is expected from elevations of 200–300 meters, with accumulations mainly above 500 meters.

Heavy snowfall, freezing temperatures and widespread infrastructure damage have forced school closures in parts of northwestern Greece, as authorities urge residents to limit travel and remain cautious

Passengers planning to travel today are advised to contact local port authorities and travel agencies for the latest updates or any changes to scheduled routes.

Authorities warn of intense rainfall, thunderstorms, strong winds, and dust transport as a dangerous weather system affects much of the country through Thursday morning.

The National Meteorological Service has issued Red Code alerts for five regions as heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds are expected through Thursday, prompting authorities to urge caution and preparedness.