The temperature in Greece has surged dramatically over the past two days, with readings soaring above 36 degrees Celsius today. It’s an ideal time for swimming, as coastal waters remain warm, with this heat wave expected to continue in the coming days.
On Thursday, temperatures exceeded 36 degrees Celsius in four regions, marking the first instance in 2025 where the mercury surpassed 35 degrees Celsius.
The highest temperatures recorded on Thursday:
- Kranidi: 36.6 degrees Celsius
- Karditsa – City: 36.1 degrees Celsius
- Charokopeio – Kallithea: 36.1 degrees Celsius
- Kalambaka: 36 degrees Celsius
- Agii Theodoroi, Corinthia: 35.9 degrees Celsius
- Didima of Argolida: 35.8 degrees Celsius
- Stylida, Fthiotida: 35.8 degrees Celsius
- Xylokeriza, Corinth: 35.8 degrees Celsius
On Thursday, there were 4,648 lightning strikes reported on land and one at sea.
Warm Seas
The relatively high temperatures observed in early June 2025, along with calm winds, have led to an increase in the surface temperature of the Greek seas.
The Weather for Friday
Friday is expected to be mostly clear, though clouds will gradually build from midday in certain areas of the mainland. Local rain and occasional thunderstorms are anticipated in Macedonia and other continental highlands.
Winds will blow from the north-northwest at 3 to 5 Beaufort, with some areas in the Aegean Sea experiencing gusts of up to 6 Beaufort. Temperatures will largely remain stable, reaching 31 to 33 degrees Celsius on the islands and 34 to 35 degrees Celsius, with some inland areas seeing up to 36 degrees Celsius.
EMY Forecast:
Winds: Northern winds at 4 to 5 Beaufort.
Temperatures: Ranging from 20 to 35 degrees Celsius, with eastern areas being 2 to 4 degrees cooler.
The Weather Over the Holy Spirit Weekend
On Saturday, June 7, expect mostly clear skies with some occasional clouds in the afternoon, particularly in the mountains, where local rain might occur. Northwest winds will blow at 3 to 5 Beaufort, reaching up to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea. Temperatures will remain steady, between 30 to 33 degrees Celsius on the islands and 34 to 35 degrees Celsius on the mainland, with some interior areas experiencing 36 to 37 degrees Celsius.
On Sunday, June 8, the weather will remain predominantly clear, with a few clouds developing in the continental highlands during the afternoon. Winds will come from the north-northwest at 3 to 5 Beaufort, reaching up to 6 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea. Expect a slight increase in temperatures, particularly in the west, which will stay elevated for this time of year.
On Monday, June 9 (Holy Spirit Day), the weather will stay clear. Northwest winds will blow at 3 to 5 Beaufort, locally reaching 6 Beaufort in the Aegean Sea, with further temperature rises expected primarily in the eastern regions.
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