Upcoming weather changes: Which areas will see snow?
Starting Sunday, Greece will experience a significant shift in weather patterns, with a cold front sweeping in from the north, bringing lower temperatures and increased precipitation.
Sunday Onward: Key Weather Changes
Cold Wave: A polar air mass from the Northern Balkans will lead to a sharp drop in temperatures across Greece.
Rain: Widespread showers are expected in most regions.
Snow: Snowfall is likely in northern and central areas, including mountainous regions and even low-altitude locations. Heavy snowfall is anticipated in Northern Macedonia and Thrace on Sunday night and Monday.
Pre-Weekend Conditions
Winds: Southern winds will prevail, particularly in the Aegean, reaching 5-6 Beaufort.
Temperatures: Southern Greece will see unseasonably warm weather, with highs reaching 18-19°C.
Rainfall: Localized showers are expected in the western and eastern Aegean regions.
Expert Insights
Panagiotis Giannopoulos, an ERT meteorologist, highlighted the polar cold front’s impact, predicting snow in Thrace, Macedonia, and central regions, even at low altitudes. Theodoros Kolidas, Director of the Hellenic National Meteorological Service, affirmed that atmospheric conditions are favorable for widespread snowfall.
Stay tuned to weather updates for detailed forecasts!
