Greece is set to experience a burst of summer heat as a mild warm front sweeps across the country on Monday, coinciding with the public holiday of Holy Spirit Day (Pentecost Monday).
According to experts, the mercury could climb as high as 38°C (100°F) in some inland areas, particularly those far from the cooling influence of the sea. Despite the spike, he emphasized that conditions do not meet the threshold for a formal “heatwave” classification.
Warm and Sunny in Major Cities
In Athens and the wider Attica region, clear skies and high temperatures are expected throughout the day. Light winds from the north (around 3 on the Beaufort scale) will offer only limited relief, with temperatures forecast to range from 25°C in the morning to 35–37°C at peak.
Northern Greece will feel the heat as well. In Thessaloniki, Greece’s second-largest city, skies will remain mostly clear with light cloud cover during the hottest parts of the day. Temperatures are expected to hover between 24°C and 35–36°C, with mild northern winds at 2–4 Beaufort.
Temperatures to Ease Slightly by Midweek
Relief is on the horizon, as a slight drop in temperatures is forecast beginning Tuesday, particularly in eastern parts of the country. Highs will dip to more moderate levels:
- 26–28°C in the Cyclades islands
- 31–34°C in most other regions, with western inland areas still reaching up to 35–36°C
Clouds will begin to build over northern and central mainland areas, especially during the afternoon. Light rain showers are likely, and isolated thunderstorms could develop in mountainous northern regions. Elsewhere, the weather will remain mostly sunny, with only brief periods of cloudiness inland.
Winds will strengthen slightly, blowing from the north at 3 to 5 Beaufort, with the Aegean Sea seeing gusts as high as 7 Beaufort, which may impact ferry schedules.
Greek authorities are urging the public to stay hydrated, avoid outdoor activity during peak heat hours, and check local forecasts—especially if venturing inland where the heat will be most intense.
