Heat Rises Across Greece, Attica to Reach 38 Degrees

Greece is bracing for a significant temperature increase, with the mercury set to climb across the country. Highs are expected to reach 38 degrees Celsius in Attica, signaling a return to hot weather after a brief cool spell. The Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY) forecasts generally clear skies, though localized clouds may appear over mountains during the warmer hours of the day. Inland mountainous regions could see isolated showers or storms. Winds will blow from the north at 4 to 5 Beaufort, potentially reaching up to 6 Beaufort in the southern Aegean Sea. Temperatures will range from 14-34°C in Western Macedonia to 17-40°C in other mainland areas. Coastal regions will also experience heat, with Crete seeing temperatures up to 35-36°C, and some southern parts of the island reaching 40-42°C. The Aegean islands will generally see temperatures between 19-37°C. In Thessaloniki, temperatures are predicted to be between 25-36°C with light winds.