The swift-moving cold front continues to affect the country, bringing rain since yesterday to several regions, including Attica, the Peloponnese, Central Greece, Thessaly, and Macedonia. Snowfall has also reached Parnitha, leading authorities late Tuesday night to halt traffic on Parnitha Avenue from the cable car station due to the dangerous conditions.

At the same time, a sailing ban has been enforced for departures from the ports of Piraeus, Rafina, and Lavrio due to stormy northern winds in the Aegean, which, according to the National Meteorological Service (EMY), are reaching up to 9 Beaufort in some areas.

Only closed-type ferries are operating for routes to the Saronic Gulf islands.

Additionally, ferry lines Agia Marina – Nea Styra, Kavala – Prinos, and Kavala – Thasos remain closed, while routes on the Volos – Sporades line are expected to resume from 10:00 AM.

Snowfall Across Northern and Central Greece

Since yesterday, the mountainous areas of Larissa have been covered in snow, particularly in the Kalipéfki and Livádi Olympos communities.

The same winter scenery was seen in Neochóri and Arnaía, Halkidiki, while snowfall was also recorded in Epirus, covering Milía, Metsovo, Vovousa, Fourka, Distrato, and other regions in white.

Cold Front Hits Thessaly, Volos, and Parnassos

Since yesterday afternoon, worsening weather conditions have been strongly felt in Magnesia, with snowfall in the mountains and heavy rain in Volos. Parnassos has also received significant snowfall.

The severe weather will persist throughout today, but according to meteorologists, temperatures are expected to rise again from tomorrow.

Weather Forecast for the Next Days

Meteorological Director of EMY, Theodoros Kolydas, shared a video forecast highlighting the snowfall and precipitation regions for the next two days. He noted that weather conditions and wind intensity will gradually improve by the afternoon, though frost will persist until Thursday morning, particularly in northern Greece.

⚠️ΕΝΗΜΕΡΩΣΗ ΓΙΑ ΤΗΝ ΕΞΕΛΙΞΗ ΤΟΥ ΚΑΙΡΟΥ
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— Theodoros Kolydas (@KolydasT) March 18, 2025

Meteorologist Giorgos Tsatrafilias warned on social media:

“Dress warmly! We’ll wake up to 6-7°C in central Athens, with a cold wind blowing. Northern winds in the Aegean will strengthen to 9 Beaufort, possibly causing maritime disruptions through tomorrow.”

And for Thursday? His forecast is “sunshine, but with a bite!” Meanwhile, by Friday, spring will make a comeback.

Meteorologist Klearchos Marousakis extended his forecast through March 25, predicting spring-like conditions with high temperatures and clear weather across most of the country.

According to his weather report on OPEN TV, from Thursday onwards, temperatures will steadily rise, with early indications suggesting clear skies and temperatures nearing 25°C on Greek Independence Day, March 25.

Similarly, Tasos Arniakos forecasted that on March 25, Greece would experience good weather, with temperatures exceeding 20°C in many areas.

Today’s Weather Conditions

Rainfall is expected early in the day across Thessaly, Central and Eastern Sterea, Eastern Peloponnese, the Cyclades, and Crete. Snowfall will occur in mountainous and semi-mountainous regions of Thessaly, Central and Eastern Sterea, and the Eastern Peloponnese, as well as in the highlands of Crete. Gradually, these weather phenomena will weaken and subside by midday.

Temperature Overview

• Western Macedonia: -6°C to 8°C
• Macedonia & Thrace: -2°C to 12°C
• Thessaly: 1°C to 12°C
• Epirus: -1°C to 14°C
• Western Sterea: 2°C to 13°C
• Rest of Central Greece: 2°C to 11°C
• Western Peloponnese: 3°C to 15°C
• Rest of Peloponnese: 1°C to 12°C
• Ionian Islands: 5°C to 14°C
• Northern & Eastern Aegean Islands: 4°C to 10°C
• Cyclades: 6°C to 11°C
• Dodecanese: 9°C to 15°C
• Crete: 8°C to 13°C

Notably, the lowest temperatures in the Dodecanese and Crete will be recorded toward the end of the day.

Wind Conditions

• Northern Aegean: North winds, 5-7 Beaufort, reaching 8 locally, weakening from north to south throughout the day
• Ionian Sea: East winds, 3-5 Beaufort, shifting northwest at 2-4 Beaufort from midday

Athens Weather Forecast

In Athens, cloudy skies with rain will dominate early in the day, with snowfall in the mountains of the region. However, rapid weather improvement is expected, with sunny conditions returning from the morning onward.

• Winds: North, 3-5 Beaufort, reaching 4-6 Beaufort in the east and south, gradually weakening by midday.
• Temperature in central Athens: 6°C to 11°C

Thessaloniki Weather Forecast

In Thessaloniki, cloud cover will be present in the early hours, but sunny weather will return by morning.

• Winds: Variable, up to 2 Beaufort
• Temperature in central Thessaloniki: 2°C to 12°C