Atmospheric circulation is shifting this week, with southerly winds significantly raising temperatures. At the same time, rainfall — though geographically limited mainly to western Greece — will be notable at times, while from Friday, Saharan dust will be added to the weather picture.
Weather: Sunshine in most areas, showers on the islands
On Tuesday, the majority of the country will enjoy extended sunny spells with scattered clouds. Brief showers are expected over the eastern Aegean islands, the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, and Crete. From the evening, rain will also move into the Ionian region, Epirus, and western Central Greece, with less activity expected over the western Peloponnese. Winds over the Aegean will blow mainly from the south to southwest at 4–5 Beaufort. Over the Ionian Sea, winds will be southwesterly at 2–5 Beaufort. Temperatures will climb, reaching 17–20°C across most of the country.
Weather in Athens and Thessaloniki
In Athens, sunny skies are expected with few clouds. Temperatures will range from 11 to 20°C, with variable winds at 2–4 Beaufort. In Thessaloniki, cloudy conditions will prevail but with considerable sunny intervals. Temperatures will range from 9 to 16°C, with northerly winds at 2–4 Beaufort. On Wednesday, temperatures will rise further. In western Greece, however, heavy rainfall is expected.
