Heatwave in Greece: Impressive Thermal Video Shows Scorching Temps

With the heatwave in Greece continuing to “torment” the country and authorities issuing a list of safety instructions and advice for the more vulnerable people, impressive footage released from a thermal camera captured by public broadcaster’s (ERT) drone illustrates the varying effects of the high temperatures on the landscape.

The video reveals the significant temperature differences between areas with vegetation and those with concrete and asphalt. Spaces with trees and parks are noticeably cooler, while urban areas, especially central spots with many buildings, are much hotter, enhancing the urban heat island effect.

Meanwhile, the Greek meteorological services issued an updated bulletin about the heatwave across the country.

According to the latest forecast, the highest temperatures are recorded in the eastern part of the country, from the region of Thessaly in central Greece and further south, due to descending westerly winds, mainly in areas not affected by the sea breeze.

1. Heatwave in Greece on Thursday (13-6-2024)

Temperatures will remain at high levels while a slight drop in temperature will only occur in the northwest of the country.

In Epirus and Macedonia, showers and isolated thunderstorms will occur, while in the northern mainland, temperatures will reach 35 to 37 degrees Celsius.
In Thessaly, western Central Greece, and western Peloponnese, temperatures will reach 39 to 40 degrees Celsius, while in eastern Central Greece and eastern Peloponnese, temperatures will reach 41 to 42 and possibly 43 degrees Celsius.
In Attica, the maximum temperature will reach 41 to 42 degrees Celsius inland, while in coastal areas it will be 3 to 5 degrees lower.

2. Heatwave on Friday (14-6-2024)

Temperatures will drop in the western, central, and northern parts of the country, while in northern Greece, especially in eastern Macedonia and Thrace, there will be rain and thunderstorms accompanied by strong winds.

In the northern mainland, the maximum temperature are expected to reach 33 to 35 degrees Celsius, while in the rest of the mainland, the maximum temperature will reach 36 to 37 degrees, and in the interior of Central Greece and Peloponnese, 38 degrees Celsius.