A severe weather system originating from North Africa will bring heavy rains, thunderstorms, and localized flooding to much of Greece from Wednesday through Friday, with winds reaching up to 8 Beaufort in some area
Meteorologists expect three to four days of relative calm “until another low-pressure system sweeps in from Thursday.
Heavy downpours in Athens from Cyclone Adel create flooding but do little to replenish reservoirs or groundwater, highlighting the need for steady, prolonged rainfall to address the region’s drought crisis
Severe storms from Storm Adel have caused major flooding in Athens, forcing road closures and unusual crossings as residents navigate submerged streets
Authorities close schools in several regions due to heavy rain and flooding risks, while some areas, including Corfu, will continue classes as normal
Severe weather system “Adel” is sweeping across Greece, flooding streets in Athens and placing several regions under a red alert as authorities warn of intense storms, hail and dangerous conditions through Saturday
Severe flooding, landslides and power outages hit Corfu and Aetolia-Acarnania as Storm Adel intensifies, prompting emergency alerts, travel disruption and widespread school closures
Four regions in western Greece have been placed on Red Code alert as Storm Adel brings intense rain, thunderstorms and heightened flood risk, with conditions expected to worsen through Thursday and Friday
Authorities warn of heavy rain and thunderstorms across northern, western, and eastern Greece, with the worst conditions expected Thursday and Friday
Heavy rainfall and storms have wreaked havoc across northwestern Greece, particularly in Corfu and the Epirus region, causing floods, landslides, and widespread disruption. Authorities remain on high alert as six municipalities are under a state of emergency
Eastern areas may see a short-lived push of African dust, as mountain zones in Epirus and western Macedonia brace for local snowfall
Storm Claudia inflicted significant damage early Saturday, with large-scale flooding hitting the town of Monmouth and the surrounding areas in southeast Wales and England.
After weeks of heat, dry weather, and strong Aegean winds, meteorologists warn of a major shift. The first autumn storm of the season could arrive this weekend, driven by a rare “Rex block” pattern
Severe thunderstorms hit northern Greece, causing flooding and road chaos in Thessaloniki. Rain and possible hail are forecast for Athens later today, marking the end of a prolonged heatwave
Greece will see a temporary dip in temperatures on Friday, offering short-lived relief before a significant heatwave is expected to grip the country with temperatures threatening to reach 45°C in some areas
After a calm start, the country will face a burst of summer heat midweek—punctuated by local temperature spikes over 40°C—followed by a possible return to stormy and unstable conditions just as the weekend begins
Paros and Mykonos have been declared in a state of emergency following the devastating storms that wreaked havoc in the Cyclades. The request was submitted to the General Secretariat for Civil Protection, as announced by the Municipality of Paros. The emergency declaration will remain in effect until April 30, 2025. The last time the island […]
Parnitha Avenue remained closed beyond the casino area, while Karamanlis Avenue, also experienced heavy rainfall.
Cloud cover in Athens will increase from midday, with brief rain expected at night. Temperatures will range from 9–17°C. Winds will blow from the southwest at 3–5 Beaufort, strengthening to 6–7 Beaufort by night.
Athens will be partly cloudy with a chance of light rain during the evening. Temperatures will range from 13–18°C, with southwesterly winds at 4–6 Beaufort, turning northwesterly up to 5 Beaufort by midday.