Regarding the development of the weather over the weekend and the prospect for Christmas, Sakis Arnautoglou mentioned through his YouTube channel, emphasizing that “surprises” are expected.
Based on the forecast data he presented,there could be a “snow surprise” from December 20 to 25. As he explained, “it seems that a meaningful amount of cold is concentrated on 20, 21 and 22 December in the Balkans and in general in eastern Europe”.
the meteorologist also said that there are “indications that there is a temporary “descent” of cold air between 20 and 25 December. It is possible that we will see a “snow surprise”, but the intensity and the amount will depend on the next analyses.”
The cold is expected to affect mostly northern and northeastern Europe, with periods moving further south towards the Balkans. Sakis Arnautoglou noted that it remains to be seen whether this cold mass will reach further south and combine with barometric lows to create the conditions for a “snow surprise” at Christmas.
The weather at the weekend
From midday on Saturday, there will be rain and possible storms in western Greece. These phenomena are expected to reach northern Greece during the night, but in a weakened form.
Specifically, according to Sakis arnautoglou, heavy rain is predicted in the north-west, mainly in the north of the Ionian, Epirus, western mountainous Thessaly, the north-west Peloponnese, but also in most of the heptani Islands, from noon to Saturday afternoon.
On Monday, showers are expected in the Sporades, Evia, the highlands and north of Attica, as well as in the north of Crete. At the same time, the winds will strengthen, reaching 7-8 Beaufort and locally 9 in the Aegean, and the temperature will drop substantially.
In the following days, Tuesday and Wednesday, it is indeed expected that the weather will improve, with generally good weather.
How will the upcoming cold air mass affect weather patterns in Eastern Europe?
Interview with Meteorologist Sakis Arnautoglou on Upcoming Weather Patterns and Christmas Forecasts
Time.news Editor: welcome, Sakis Arnautoglou! It’s a pleasure to have you here to discuss the intriguing weather forecasts for the upcoming weekend and the prospects for Christmas. You mentioned potential surprises in your latest update. Can you elaborate on that?
Sakis Arnautoglou: Thank you for having me! Yes,the weather patterns over the next few weeks are quite fascinating. from December 20 to 25, we’re anticipating what I like to call a “snow surprise.” There’s a important concentration of cold air heading toward the Balkans and much of eastern Europe during that time, which could lead to some interesting conditions.
Time.news Editor: That sounds fascinating! You indicated that this cold air mass would particularly affect northern and northeastern Europe. What are the chances of it moving further south?
sakis Arnautoglou: Exactly. The cold air is initially expected to impact northern and northeastern Europe most intensively. However, there’s potential for it to stretch toward the Balkans. The critical factor here is whether it combines with barometric lows, which could create favorable conditions for snowfall, particularly around Christmas.So, it’s a wait-and-see situation right now.
Time.news Editor: Your update mentioned heavy rains and possible storms for western greece this weekend. Can you provide more details on that?
Sakis arnautoglou: Certainly. From midday on Saturday, we’re looking at considerable rainfall and possible storms in western Greece.These conditions will likely move towards northern Greece at night but may weaken as they do so. Areas such as the north-west Ionian,Epirus,western mountainous Thessaly,and parts of the Peloponnese should expect the heaviest rainfall.
Time.news Editor: With the winter storms on the horizon, what practical advice can you give to our readers regarding travel or outdoor activities?
Sakis Arnautoglou: It’s essential for people in affected areas to stay informed about local weather alerts.when heavy rains and storms are predicted, it might be wise to reconsider travel plans, especially in regions expecting severe conditions. For outdoor enthusiasts, I’d advise waiting for clearer weather, which should arrive by Tuesday or Wednesday, as conditions are predicted to improve then.
Time.news Editor: Looking ahead to next week, what can we expect beyond just the storms?
Sakis Arnautoglou: After the rain clears up early next week, it seems we’ll have a return to generally good weather, at least for a few days. This improvement could provide a brief respite before the potential arrival of the cold air mass leading into Christmas.
Time.news Editor: Thank you, Sakis! Your insights are invaluable as we prepare for the holidays. It seems this winter could bring some definitive surprises. What final thoughts do you have for our readers regarding this forecast?
Sakis Arnautoglou: Always keep an eye on the local forecasts and stay robustly prepared for sudden weather changes. And if you’re dreaming of a white christmas, hold on to that hope! The next analyses will reveal more, but the potential for snow surprises definately makes this holiday season an exciting one. thank you for having me!
Time.news Editor: Thank you, Sakis! We appreciate your expertise and look forward to keeping up with these weather developments.