Unsettled weather will persist across Greece through the coming days, with rain, thunderstorms, strong winds and African dust continuing to affect large parts of the country, according to the national weather service.
The most severe conditions are expected in southern regions, particularly Crete, where storms may become temporarily intense, while temperatures remain below seasonal averages.
Widespread rain and storms
Cloud cover and rainfall will dominate most areas, with scattered thunderstorms forecast in the southern Peloponnese, Crete and the Dodecanese islands. In western and northern Greece, conditions will be milder, with intermittent clouds and light rain.
Snowfall is expected in mountainous areas on the mainland and in Crete, adding to the wintry feel despite the calendar approaching spring.
Strong winds and falling temperatures
Winds from northern directions will strengthen, especially over the Aegean Sea, reaching up to 8 Beaufort, which could disrupt sea travel.
Temperatures will drop slightly, with highs reaching around 13–14°C in most regions and up to 16°C in the south.
Regional outlook
In Athens, cloudy skies and light rain are expected through midday, with temperatures ranging from 7°C to 12°C and strong northerly winds.
In Thessaloniki, conditions will remain overcast with light morning rain and temperatures between 7°C and 14°C.
Across the islands, especially Crete and the Cyclades, rain and thunderstorms will persist, with stronger winds and localized heavy weather in Crete.
Conditions to persist into next week
The unstable pattern is expected to continue in the days ahead.
- Saturday: Scattered clouds with local rain in eastern and southern areas, and isolated storms in Crete.
- Sunday: Continued cloud cover with rain mainly in island and coastal regions.
- Monday and Tuesday: Ongoing instability with rain spreading across more areas and snow in mountainous regions.
Despite brief improvements at times, no significant change in the overall weather pattern is expected, as Greece remains under the influence of persistent atmospheric instability.
