Meteorologist Klearchos Marousakis predicts a plunge in temperatures, with polar conditions bringing temperatures as low as -14°C as a cold front affects Greece starting Saturday night.
Weather Overview
Marousakis explained that the dates for the polar air mass invasion are becoming clearer, allowing for more accurate weather forecasts. He noted that a relatively stable pattern is forming, aiding in drawing useful conclusions about the upcoming weather conditions.
On Sunday (16/2) and Monday, fall-like weather with rain will dominate, and snow will be limited to high altitudes. However, Marousakis warned of intense weather phenomena in western, central, southern regions, and the eastern Aegean.
Severe Cold Expected from Tuesday
Starting Tuesday and lasting at least a week, Greece will experience a significant drop in temperatures as cold air masses from the north-northeast sweep across the region. This shift in atmospheric circulation will bring polar air, drastically lowering temperatures.
Detailed Weather Forecast
Sunday and Monday:
Fall-like weather with rain dominating.
Snow will fall at high altitudes.
Temperatures will be relatively mild due to southern winds.
Intense weather expected in western, central, southern areas, and the eastern Aegean.
From Tuesday Onwards:
A significant shift in atmospheric circulation will bring polar air masses from the north-northeast.
This pattern is expected to last at least a week.
Characteristics of the Upcoming Cold Front:
Extremely Low Temperatures:
Minimum temperatures could drop to -12°C to -14°C, especially in northern, northwestern, and northeastern mainland areas.
Clear skies in these regions will contribute to the intense cold.
A phenomenon known as "total frost" (temperatures below zero all day) is likely.
Farmers are advised to take precautions due to potential agricultural damage.
Intense Weather Phenomena on Wednesday and Thursday:
The movement of polar air will create severe weather conditions, especially on Wednesday and Thursday.
Areas east of the Pindus mountain range will be most affected.
Heavy snow is expected even in lowland areas, including Attica.
Strong Winds:
The collision of polar air with warmer masses will create a significant pressure gradient, leading to strong and locally stormy northerly winds in the Aegean.
Southern Crete will be particularly affected due to descending wind patterns.
Friday and Beyond:
Weather phenomena are expected to subside on Friday, although milder effects will persist in eastern windward regions.
Severe cold and frost conditions will continue.
A new snowstorm could develop by Sunday, possibly affecting a larger area with greater intensity.
Further updates will be provided as the situation develops and more data is available from the regional forecasting system "Theseus."
