Greece is in for a chilly start to the new week, as cold temperatures, frost, and strong northern winds dominate the weather pattern.
On Monday, light local rain is expected in areas from Thessaly southward, including eastern Central Greece, the Peloponnese, and parts of the Aegean. Scattered showers may also affect the northern Aegean islands, Evia, the Cyclades, Crete, and Kastellorizo. Meanwhile, northern Greece will remain mostly cloudy, while western regions will enjoy clearer skies and slightly milder temperatures.
Daytime temperatures will struggle to reach 9–10°C in northern and eastern mainland Greece, while western and southern regions may see highs of 13–14°C.
Winds will blow from the east at 4–6 Beaufort in the Ionian, while strong northern winds of 5–7 Beaufort will persist over the Aegean.
Athens & Thessaloniki Weather
- Athens: Cloudy skies with a chance of light local showers, mainly in the north and east until midday. Temperatures will range from 4–10°C, with northerly winds at 4–6 Beaufort, temporarily reaching 7 Beaufort in the morning.
- Thessaloniki: Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of drizzle or light rain. Temperatures will range from 2–8°C, while winds in the Thermaic Gulf will initially be light (2–3 Beaufort), shifting to a southerly direction later in the day.
Looking Ahead
- Tuesday: Overcast conditions with local showers in the south. By nighttime, rain and snowfall will begin affecting the northwest. Temperatures will remain low, with highs around 10°C in the north and east, and up to 13°C in the west and south. Winds will blow from the north at up to 7 Beaufort in the Aegean.
- Wednesday: Rain and thunderstorms are expected in western Greece, gradually spreading eastward by the evening. Snowfall will affect all mountainous areas, especially from Central Greece northward. Maximum temperatures will remain low, reaching 10–13°C, with slightly warmer conditions (up to 14°C) in the west. Strong northern winds (5–7 Beaufort) will continue over the Aegean.
