Weather: Local rain in the central and southern regions – Strong winds up to 8 Beaufort
The Greek National Meteorological Service forecasts local rain and strong winds for today, with scattered thunderstorms expected in several southern regions.
The article discusses the weather forecast for Greece on Wednesday, highlighting increased cloudiness accompanied by local rain, particularly in the central and southern regions, as reported by the National Meteorological Service (EMY). Scattered thunderstorms are expected in the southern Ionian, Crete, southern Peloponnese, and the Cyclades, starting from the afternoon in the Dodecanese and in the northern Ionian by the evening. The storms in southern Crete may be intense, while snowfall is predicted in the northern and western mountainous areas.
Wind conditions will feature northeastern-easterly winds ranging from 4 to 6 Beaufort, with local occurrences of 7 Beaufort in open sea areas. In the southern Ionian region during the morning, and in the northern Aegean in the afternoon, winds may reach a peak of 8 Beaufort. The temperature throughout Greece will remain stable, with northern areas expecting 13 to 15 degrees Celsius, while other regions will range between 15 to 17 degrees and locally up to 19 degrees Celsius in the western parts, Cyclades, Crete, and Dodecanese.
Furthermore, the forecast for Thursday, March 19, 2026, anticipates overcast conditions in Macedonia, Thrace, the eastern Aegean islands, and the Dodecanese, with a possibility of localized rainfall. This ongoing weather pattern highlights the variability typical of Greek weather during the transition between seasons, emphasizing the importance of staying informed about local forecasts to ensure safety and preparedness in the face of potentially severe weather conditions.