Cloudy conditions will prevail across Greece on Monday, March 23, 2026, with localized rain mainly affecting mountainous areas of the mainland and Crete. Overall temperatures will remain below seasonal averages, creating a cooler feel throughout the country.
Regional Temperature Overview (°C)
- Western Macedonia: -1 to 10°C
- Rest of Macedonia, Thrace, Thessaly, Epirus: 3 to 15°C
- Central Greece and Peloponnese: 4 to 16°C
- Ionian Islands: 5 to 14°C
- North & East Aegean Islands: 6 to 16°C
- Cyclades & Dodecanese: 10 to 17°C
- Crete: 9 to 17°C
Wind Conditions
- Aegean Sea: Northerly winds at 4 to 6 Beaufort, creating moderately breezy conditions, especially in open waters.
- Ionian Sea: Light variable winds up to 3 Beaufort in the morning, shifting to northerly at 2 to 4 Beaufort later in the day.
Key Cities
- Athens (Attica): Cloudy skies with a chance of brief, light showers. Winds will start northerly at 2 to 4 Beaufort, becoming variable up to 3 Beaufort in the afternoon. Temperatures will range from 9 to 16°C.
- Thessaloniki: Cloud cover with a slight chance of passing light rain. Winds will remain light and variable up to 3 Beaufort. Temperatures will range from 9 to 13°C.
Travel & Planning Tips
Travelers should be prepared for cooler-than-usual conditions, especially in northern and mountainous regions. Light rain gear is recommended if visiting higher elevations or inland areas, while coastal and island destinations will experience milder but breezy weather, particularly in the Aegean.
