The day begins with locally strong showers and thunderstorms over the northern Aegean, easing by the early afternoonn

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

On Thursday, much of mainland Greece will experience unsettled weather, with local showers and thunderstorms expected, particularly during the afternoon hours

Skies will remain mostly clear across the country, with brief local showers likely in the western and northern mainland—especially in elevated terrain

The day will be largely sunny with passing clouds and the possibility of local rain in western and northern mainland areas. The drop in temperatures will be most noticeable in the northwest, where daytime highs will be more moderate.

Skies will remain predominantly sunny across the country. During the hottest part of the day, some local cloud development is expected over mountainous inland areas, but this will offer little relief from the oppressive heat

Today, Greece, like much of the world, is grappling with the undeniable consequences of climate change: more frequent and intense heatwaves, longer wildfire seasons, unpredictable weather patterns, and vulnerable cities pushed to their limits

Those travelling or vacationing in Greece should avoid outdoor activity during midday and early afternoon, particularly in areas away from the coast where temperatures will be more extreme

While the western part of the country begins to cool, much of eastern and southern Greece, including the Aegean Islands, Crete, and coastal mainland regions, will still face intense heat, with maximum temperatures near or exceeding 40°C

Tuesday marks the peak of the heatwave, with maximum temperatures in eastern mainland Greece expected to reach 41–42°C

This extreme heat is expected to continue through the week, with only minor variations in temperature. Stay informed and prioritize health and safety

Friday will be marked by extreme heat across most of Greece, with the potential for afternoon thunderstorms over mountainous mainland areas

Travelers should take precautions due to the heat and light dust, particularly in urban centers and inland locations

Wednesday will be a hot and sunny day across Greece, ideal for beach outings and outdoor plans, especially near the coast. Inland areas will be especially warm, and slight dust presence in the air may impact visibility in some regions

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

Overall, it will be a warm summer day ideal for outdoor activities, though visitors in mountainous or northern regions should stay alert for brief afternoon storms.

Thursday in Greece will offer sunny, warm, and mostly dry weather, ideal for travel, beach outings, and sightseeing. Be mindful of afternoon thunderstorms in mountainous inland areas, but overall, conditions remain favorable for enjoying summer across the country

Greece will experience classic early summer weather on Wednesday: sunny and warm, with isolated mountain storms in the north during the afternoon

Tuesday offers classic summer weather in Greece, combining sunshine, warmth, and the occasional afternoon mountain shower—a great day for both sightseeing and relaxing by the sea

Monday offers classic early summer conditions across Greece — warm, mostly sunny, with only brief, localized afternoon showers in the mountains.