Greece will experience intense summer conditions on Friday, with very high temperatures, especially in mainland areas. While islands will enjoy predominantly sunny skies, mainland regions—particularly mountainous areas—may see isolated showers or thunderstorms in the afternoon. Slightly increased concentrations of dust are expected in the west and north.

General Conditions

  • Mainland Greece: Scattered clouds will increase gradually throughout the day. Localized rain showers and isolated thunderstorms are expected over mountainous areas starting midday.
  • Islands: Continued sunshine and dry weather will dominate.
  • Air Quality: Slightly elevated dust levels may be present, particularly in western and northern parts of the country.

Temperatures

Temperatures will remain exceptionally high across the country:

  • Western Macedonia: 18–35°C
  • Eastern Macedonia & Thrace: 22–39°C
  • Thessaly: 24–41°C
  • Epirus: 22–37°C
  • Central Greece & Peloponnese: 21–39°C
  • Ionian Islands: 22–37°C
  • North & East Aegean Islands: 23–41°C
  • Cyclades: 23–36°C
  • Dodecanese: 18–37°C
  • Crete: 21–37°C

Visitors should take necessary heat precautions such as staying indoors during peak afternoon hours and staying well hydrated.

Winds

  • Central & Northern Aegean: Northerly winds at 3–5 Beaufort
  • Southern Aegean: Westerly to northwesterly winds at 3–5 Beaufort
  • Ionian Sea: Northwesterly winds at 3–5 Beaufort

These moderate winds will help provide some relief, especially in coastal and island areas.

Regional Highlights

Athens (Attica Region)
Clear skies are expected throughout the day.

  • Winds: Northerly, 2–4 Beaufort
  • Temperature: 28–39°C in central Athens

Thessaloniki
Sunny conditions in the morning with increasing clouds in the afternoon. Slight dust presence is expected.

  • Winds: Variable, up to 3 Beaufort
  • Temperature: 28–37°C in the city center