Eastern areas may see a short-lived push of African dust, as mountain zones in Epirus and western Macedonia brace for local snowfall

A sharp drop in temperatures of up to 12°C will bring snow to mountainous regions, while rain continues in the northwest while so-called 'Sahara dust' dust is affecting central and southern regions of the country

Meteorologists warn of wintery conditions in Europe while Greece prepares for the season’s first snow, likely starting in mountainous regions later this month

The first snowfall of the season has covered Mount Olympus, Kaimaktsalan, and Falakro in white, with temperatures below zero as wintry weather expected to continue across Northern Greece until Friday

As the bears shake off their long winter’s sleep and return to their lively routines, the Arcturos Bear Sanctuary is once again a place of activity, education, and hope for wildlife conservation in Greece

Affected prefectures include south-central Fthiotida and Fokida, a good portion of whose territory is mountainous

The low front was expected to also significantly decrease temperatures around the country

An emergency severe weather warning is expected to be issued tomorrow by the Greek Meteorological Service

This will bring snowfall to the eastern parts of the country, with dense snow predicted across the mountains of Attica.

Heavy rains, snow and strong winds may disrupt Christmas travel plans in Greece.