Temperatures hit 39C in western and southern Greece before dropping from Friday
Localised storms are forecast for eastern Macedonia and Thrace on Thursday, while winds strengthen through the weekend, reaching force 8 in the south-east on Friday and Saturday, with reduced visibility possible during early morning hours
Heat with temperatures reaching up to 39°C today and strong meltemi winds in the Aegean
The heat persists; when will temperatures drop? Detailed weather forecast from the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY)
“Scorching” final week of August: Temperatures will exceed 40°C in places — where the heat will be most intense
Temperatures will rise further from Saturday — air masses are expected to be 6–8°C warmer than normal for the season — detailed forecast for the coming days