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Rainy Days Ahead: Greece Braces for Downpours Across the Country
17 Oct
Summary
- Rainy weather expected across Greece in the coming days
- Heaviest rainfall predicted in Attica region on Monday
- Caution advised in northwest Greece and Ionian Islands
According to the latest weather reports, Greece is bracing for rainy conditions across many parts of the country in the coming days. Meteorologists have issued warnings, particularly for the northwestern regions and the Ionian Islands, where heavy rainfall and strong winds are anticipated over the next 24 hours.
The Attica region, which includes the capital Athens, is expected to experience the most intense rainfall on Monday. While the forecasts do not indicate extreme intensity, meteorologists are still advising caution in the area. The western regions of Greece, including Corfu, Paxos, Epirus, and the Ionian Islands, are also expected to receive a large amount of rain, with up to 80 tons of water per 0.1 hectare (stremma) possible.
Looking ahead, a new low-pressure system from the Gulf of Sirte is set to bring weather disturbances to the eastern parts of Greece on Sunday afternoon. Meteorologists warn of heavy rainfall over a short period in Thessaly, Sporades, Euboea, Boeotia, and Attica during this time.
