Greece will continue to experience sunny and hot weather across most regions on Wednesday, with a noticeable drop in temperatures in the west and stronger winds developing later in the day. While the extreme heat will ease slightly in some areas, particularly in western parts of the country, high temperatures are expected to persist in the east and the islands.
Widespread sunshine will prevail throughout the country. A few clouds may appear over the Ionian Sea and the southern Aegean, as well as during midday and afternoon hours over the northwest and northern mainland regions.
Temperatures:
- Western Macedonia: 15°C to 33°C
- Rest of Macedonia: 21°C to 39°C
- Thrace: 20°C to 40°C, locally up to 41°C
- Thessaly: 17°C to 40°C, with possible local peaks of 41°C
- Epirus: 16°C to 36°C
- Ionian Islands: 20°C to 33°C
- Central Greece (Sterea): 22°C to 40°C, locally up to 41°C in the east
- Peloponnese: 22°C to 40°C, reaching 41°C locally in the eastern part
- Northern Aegean: 20°C to 39°C
- Central & Southern Aegean: 18°C to 36°C
- Dodecanese: 24°C to 39°C
- Crete: 22°C to 38°C
Winds:
Winds will blow from the west-northwest at 3–5 on the Beaufort scale, reaching 6 Beaufort in the central and southern seas. During the afternoon and evening, wind intensity is expected to increase in northern parts of the country, providing some relief from the heat.
Regional Highlights:
- Athens (Attica): Sunny skies are expected. Winds will come from the west-northwest at 3–6 Beaufort. Temperatures will range from 24°C to 39°C.
- Thessaloniki: Clear and hot conditions will continue. Winds from the west-northwest at 3–6 Beaufort, strengthening in the evening. The temperature will range from 21°C to 38°C.
Travel Advisory:
Visitors should remain cautious of the high temperatures, especially in inland and eastern regions. Stay hydrated, limit sun exposure during the hottest hours (12:00–16:00), and follow any guidance from local authorities regarding fire safety, as conditions remain dry and windy in parts of the country.
