Greece braces for continued heat and strong Aegean winds

Much of Greece will continue to experience hot weather on the mainland, while the Aegean Sea faces strong winds. Temperatures are expected to remain high but seasonal, with the combination of heat and wind significantly increasing the risk of fires, particularly in areas where the winds are strongest.

On Tuesday, clear skies and sunshine will dominate across most of the country. However, temporary clouds may develop over mainland mountains in the afternoon, with a chance of brief local showers in parts of Epirus and western and central Macedonia. Winds in the Aegean will be northerly, reaching 4 to 6 Beaufort, with gusts locally up to 7 or 8 Beaufort. Temperatures will hover around 34 to 36 degrees Celsius in most mainland areas, potentially reaching 37 degrees, and up to 38 degrees in the west. Coastal areas, like the Cyclades, will be cooler, not exceeding 30 to 31 degrees.

Athens will see sunny conditions throughout the day, with temperatures ranging from 23 to 36 degrees Celsius. Eastern and northern parts of the region will be slightly cooler. Thessaloniki will also experience generally clear weather with plenty of sunshine, though some temporary clouds are possible. Temperatures will reach 34 degrees Celsius, with winds shifting to south-southeasterly in the afternoon.

A slight shift in the weather pattern is anticipated from Thursday. Temperatures are expected to drop slightly, and there will be an increase in instability, particularly in the northern regions.