Greece will see temperatures soar today, with some areas expected to reach up to 40°C (104°F). While the weather will remain mostly clear, the combination of extreme heat and slightly weakened winds poses a significant fire risk, particularly in regions already facing wildfires.
According to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (HNMS), the day will be largely sunny, with some local cloud cover forming in the northern mountainous areas during the afternoon.
Winds are forecasted to blow from the north at 4 to 5 Beaufort, potentially reaching 6 Beaufort in parts of the Aegean Sea. In the western regions, winds will be west-northwest at 3 to 4 Beaufort, temporarily increasing to 5 Beaufort in the Ionian Sea during the afternoon.
Temperatures across mainland Greece are expected to rise slightly, ranging from 37°C to 39°C (98.6°F to 102.2°F), with some western areas potentially peaking at 40°C (104°F). On the islands, temperatures will range between 31°C and 33°C (87.8°F to 91.4°F), with the Ionian Islands, eastern Aegean Islands, Dodecanese, and southern Crete seeing highs of 35°C to 37°C (95°F to 98.6°F).
Despite the slight decrease in wind strength, the intense heat combined with low humidity creates a highly dangerous situation for wildfires.
The General Secretariat for Civil Protection has issued a high fire risk warning (Category 4) for the following areas:
Attica Region
Central Greece Region (Regional Units of Boeotia and Euboea)
Authorities are urging residents and visitors in these high-risk areas to exercise extreme caution, avoid any activities that could ignite fires, and stay informed about local conditions. Firefighting forces remain on high alert, prepared to respond to any new outbreaks.