Greece Weather: Mercury to Reach 38 Degrees Celsius This Weekend; Local Rains Expected in Some Areas
Translated from Greek, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Greece will experience generally clear weather with temporary clouds in some continental areas. Local rain is expected in mountainous regions of the west and south.
- Temperatures will rise slightly, reaching up to 36 degrees Celsius in parts of central Macedonia and Thessaly, and up to 38 degrees Celsius over the weekend.
- The forecast for Sunday, July 12, 2026, predicts clear skies with potential for localized showers in Macedonia, Thrace, and mountainous areas after midday.
Greece is set for generally clear weather this weekend, with temperatures expected to climb, potentially reaching 36 degrees Celsius in central Macedonia and Thessaly. By Sunday, July 12, 2026, mercury could hit 38 degrees Celsius in continental areas, while islands will see highs around 35 degrees Celsius.
While most of the country will enjoy sunny skies, temporary clouds may appear in some continental regions during the afternoon. Localized rain or showers are anticipated in the mountainous areas of the west and south.
The winds will be variable, generally between 3 to 4 Beaufort, shifting to northerly winds of 4 to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea. The forecast for Sunday indicates north-northwesterly winds of 2 to 4 Beaufort, increasing to 5 to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean.
Originally published by Ta Nea in Greek. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.