Severe weather with heavy rain, thunderstorms and powerful winds continues to affect large parts of Greece, with the most intense conditions expected through Friday and into the weekend, according to the national forecast.
Hellenic National Meteorological Service said the bad weather will bring locally strong storms, particularly impacting Crete, the Aegean Sea and the northeastern region of Evros.
A meteorologist speaking to ERT warned that heavy rainfall in neighboring Bulgaria could also raise river levels in the border region of Thrace, increasing the risk of flooding.
Strong Winds and Mild Temperatures
The storms are accompanied by very strong to near-gale westerly winds, especially in the southern Ionian Sea, around Kythira and near Crete. Winds could reach up to 9 Beaufort in some areas.
Rainfall is expected to ease gradually after midday Friday, but strong winds will persist. Temperatures remain mild for the season, locally exceeding 68°F (20°C) in some areas.
Areas Under Weather Warnings
Forecasters say locally heavy rain and thunderstorms are likely in parts of the western and southern mainland, the Ionian islands, the Cyclades, Crete, the Dodecanese and islands in the northern and eastern Aegean, as well as Thrace.
Temporary snowfall is forecast in mountainous areas of central and northern Greece.
Outlook Through Tuesday
Unsettled weather is expected to continue in the coming days:
Saturday: Rain and storms will spread from western areas to the rest of the country, with snow in central and northern mountains. Southern winds will strengthen, especially at sea.
Sunday–Monday: Clouds, local rain and scattered storms will affect many regions, mainly in the west, north and Aegean islands. Conditions also favor the transfer of African dust to central and southern areas.
Tuesday: Widespread clouds, rain and storms are forecast, with heavier snowfall possible in northern mountainous and semi-mountainous areas. Temperatures will drop, especially in the north.
Authorities advise residents in vulnerable areas to remain cautious due to the risk of flooding, strong winds and rapidly changing conditions.
