Meteorologists warn about double wave of Saharan dust And weather anomalieswhich will cover Greece over the weekend. Against the backdrop of increased winds and new downpours, the country faces another cold snap.
According to data National Observatory of Athensthe first wave of dust from Sugars reaches Greece on Saturday, October 18and the second, more intense – on Monday, October 20, 2025.
The greatest impact will be felt southern and western regions countries – Peloponnese, Ionian Islands, Crete and western Attica. In some places, the particle density in the air will reach levels that will significantly reduce visibility and breathing conditions.
National Observatory forecast
Director of the observatory Kostas Lagouvardos stated in his forecast that “Saturday will be a day of suffocation for Greece”and on Monday the dust curtain will intensify. Satellite maps show that dust will cover the country from Thessaly to Cretecreating the effect “orange sky”
The published interactive map shows which areas will be affected by African dust. Within two days, most of mainland Greece and the islands will pass through another “breath of the Sahara”.
Rain, wind and cold weather
In addition to dust, they return to the country precipitation and thunderstorms. Temperatures will begin to decline, especially in central and northern regions. Wind will intensify to 6 points on the Beaufort scaleespecially in the Aegean Sea and on the coast.
Experts warn drivers about reduced visibility and advise residents with chronic respiratory conditions to avoid being outdoors during dust peaks.
After a short respite, Greece will once again experience an orange sky and the bitter smell of the desert – the Sahara will remind itself again.
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