Rain is set to dominate the weather across most regions of Greece Monday. Showers, heavy rain, and thunderstorms are expected in the western mainland and the Ionian Islands, gradually spreading to other parts of the country as the day progresses.
In Attica, cloudy skies will bring rain and occasional thunderstorms. Temperatures will range from 6°C to 17°C, with winds reaching 5–7 Beaufort in surrounding coastal areas.
In Thessaloniki, expect a rainy day as well, with temperatures ranging from 2°C to 10°C. Winds in the Thermaic Gulf will blow at 6–7 Beaufort.
The unsettled weather pattern will continue for much of Greece Christmas Eve. Rain showers will persist in many areas, keeping the festive preparations wet and wintry.
On Christmas Day, localized rain will concentrate in the eastern mainland, central and eastern Macedonia, Thrace, and across the Aegean islands. Cooler conditions will prevail, creating a seasonal atmosphere, especially in the northern regions.
