Meteorologists are talking about a change in the weather, stressing that it is indeed expected to fall snow and in northern Attica.
It is expected that Monday 16/12 will be very wintry, as meteorologist Yiannis Kallianos claims.
Speaking to Mega,he warned of a change in the weather,even if temporary,wich will also bring snow to Penteli and parnitha.
As he typically said,a ”northern current” is coming,which will drop the temperature substantially.
Although the time conditions are mild across the country, a new wave of bad weather is coming from sunday, especially from the north west.
And today Thursday, tomorrow friday and Saturday the weather forecast speaks of clouds with local rain, from Sunday the scene will change, and from Monday a drop in temperature is also expected.
Simultaneously occurring, the first indications for the Christmas period show a picture of an unstable weather environment, with a strong presence of rain.
Ziakopoulou: Getting worse with strong storms over the weekend
moreover, according to ERT meteorologist Nicoleta Ziakopoulou, the rain returns Weekend.
Especially from Saturday afternoon onwards,according to the meteorologist,strong storms are possible with a temporary temperature drop in western Greece.
in particular, according to Ms. Ziakopoulou:
On Friday we expect a few local clouds with light rain mainly in Sporades,Evia and Crete. North wind up to 7 Beaufort in the Dodecanese. The temperature at noon will reach 13 degrees in the north,up to 17 in the rest.
In Attica we expect local clouds. north wind up to 5 Beaufort. The temperature from 8 to 17 degrees.
In Thessaloniki we will have sunshine. North wind up to 5 Beaufort. The temperature from 4 to 12 degrees.
On Saturday we expect rain and strong storms from midday in the west. In the evening it will rain locally and in the north with a little snow in the most mountainous areas.Wind speed gradually south to 7 Beaufort, the temperature will drop slightly mostly in the north.
The first signs of Christmas
According to Clearchos Marousakis forecast, Christmas weather is expected to be ”unstable, rainy at times, but no important cold”. “We coudl define Christmas time as autumn, very autumn,” said the Open meteorologist.
According to the forecast of Clearchos Marousakis, on Sunday an organized wave of bad weather is expected across the country that will bring some rain or storms mainly in coastal and marine areas, and that the temperature will drop slowly. The wave of bad weather on Monday will be limited to the south of Greece, with another drop in temperature, causing snow to fall at high altitudes in the mountains of central greece, ie in Pelion, Parnassos, Kalavrita and Parnonas.
“A few days ago we mentioned the zonal circulation of the Jet Stream, to show that no significant cold is predicted in the coming days. Weather systems follow the flow of upper atmospheric winds. The fact is that, in the last twenty years, the frequency of zonal circulation in the atmosphere (system movement parallel, from W to E) has increased from September to March,” said meteorologist Thodoris Kolidas, confirming the details.
How shoudl residents prepare for possible snowfall and colder temperatures in northern Attica?
Interview between Time.news Editor and Meteorologist Yiannis Kallianos
Editor: Good morning, Yiannis! Thank you for joining us today. There has been a lot of buzz recently about the weather changes expected in northern Attica, notably about the impending snowfall. Can you give us a brief overview of what we can expect next week?
Kallianos: Good morning! Absolutely, it’s quite an exciting time for weather enthusiasts. On Monday, December 16, we’re anticipating a meaningful drop in temperatures due to a “northern current” moving into the region. This system will bring cold air down from the north, making conditions feel very wintry.
Editor: captivating! You mentioned snowfall specifically in areas like Penteli and Parnitha. How significant do you expect the snowfall to be, and are there any other areas in northern attica that might see snow?
Kallianos: The snowfall may not be extensive in terms of accumulation, but it will be noticeable, especially in higher elevations like Parnitha. Penteli is also expected to see some snowflakes.While the forecasted temperatures will lead to winter weather conditions, the exact amount of snowfall can vary — it’s something we’ll monitor closely as the system approaches.
editor: You highlighted that this change might only be temporary. Can you elaborate on what that means for residents, especially in terms of preparedness?
Kallianos: Yes, this situation is indeed temporary. after this brief wintry spell, we expect temperatures to stabilize again. though, it’s crucial for residents to prepare for potential icy conditions that can arise with even small amounts of snow. Keeping roads safe and being cautious when traveling,especially in the mountains,is essential during these changes.
Editor: That’s excellent advice, Yiannis.in light of this temperature drop, do we have predictions for how the rest of December will unfold? Will we see more wintry weather, or is this an isolated event?
Kallianos: It’s hard to say definitively, but the models indicate that we might experience fluctuations with occasional cold fronts passing through. While this specific weather system looks to be temporary, it might very well be a sign of more winter-like weather as we move further into December. We’ll need to keep a close watch.
Editor: Definitely! It truly seems like there is a lot to monitor. Before we wrap up, are there any final thoughts or tips you’d like to share with our audience regarding the weather forecast?
Kallianos: Just a reminder to stay updated through reliable weather services as conditions can change rapidly this time of year. A little preparation goes a long way—whether that means dressing appropriately for the cold or ensuring your vehicle is ready for possibly slippery roads. Stay warm and safe!
Editor: Thank you so much, Yiannis, for sharing your insights. It’s always enlightening to hear from experts like yourself. We appreciate the forecast and your valuable advice.
Kallianos: Thank you for having me! Stay snowy, everyone!