Greece is experiencing a brief cooldown this weekend, with temperatures easing slightly and localized showers and thunderstorms expected in northern regions, before another intense heatwave arrives in early September.
According to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service, Saturday and Sunday will bring mostly sunny conditions across the country, though temporary cloud cover is forecast in central and northern areas. In Macedonia and Thrace, local downpours and isolated thunderstorms are possible. Morning fog may also form in western areas.
Weekend Forecast
- Saturday: Temperatures will range between 32–34°C in western and northern mainland areas, 35–37°C in the rest of the mainland, and 34–36°C in Crete and the eastern Aegean islands. Other island regions will remain cooler at 29–31°C.
- Sunday: Sunny conditions will dominate, with some cloud over central highlands and Evia. Local showers may occur in the afternoon. Temperatures will stay slightly lower, at 32–34°C, while winds could strengthen to 7 Beaufort in the Dodecanese.
In Athens, skies will remain mostly clear with temperatures between 23–35°C. Thessaloniki will see sunshine, 22–31°C, and northwesterly winds easing throughout the day.
Early Next Week
From Monday, mild weather will continue with occasional afternoon showers over mountainous areas. Temperatures will range from 32°C in the north to 34°C in southern regions, with northerly winds reaching 6–7 Beaufort in the Aegean.
September Heatwave Ahead
Meteorologist Giorgos Tsatrafilias has warned that September may begin with a prolonged and intense heatwave. A warm air mass moving in from the Middle East and Africa could keep high temperatures in place for several days. Forecast models suggest the heat may be “significant,” though confirmation is expected in the coming days.
