According to Sakis Arnautoglou, the weather is expected to be generally good on Friday and the weekend with weakened winds on the seas and good temperatures for the season.
At the same time, as he adds, according to today’s data, from next Sunday and most of the days of Holy Week, the weather conditions will be good “in most areas of the country with a few local showers in the mountains of central and northern Greece during the warm hours of day”.
As for the weather on Easter, he emphasizes that “although relatively far, with today’s forecast data, it remains puzzling for Sunday (5/5) in terms of the possibility of occurrence of phenomena and in which regions of the country because, in terms of temperature, it should still looking toward spring.”
See on the maps where it will rain on Thursday:
Weather: Sakis Arnautoglou’s post
“Thursday’s rains every six hours at a glance! The dust gradually recedes from the west to the east until late tonight.
Winds on Thursday will blow from west directions 3 to 5 in the northern Ionian and northern Aegean, and at 5-7 Beaufort in their southernmost parts. The temperature at noon at 20-24 degrees in the north, 20-21 degrees in the west, 25-27 in the eastern mainland and 22 to 24 degrees in the Aegean islands.
In general, the weather will be good next Friday and Saturday with weakened winds on the seas and good temperatures for the season.
According to today’s data, from next Sunday and most days of the Holy Week, the weather will remain good in most areas of the country with a few local storms in the mountains of central and northern Greece during the warm hours of the day. Midday temperatures will remain at fairly normal levels for the season, along with relative coolness at night and in the morning hours.
As for the winds during the Holy Week, northerly winds should prevail, which only in the Aegean will reach 5-7 and possibly in the Cyclades locally 8 Beaufort).
Although relatively far away, with today’s forecast data, the weather for Easter Sunday remains puzzling in terms of the possibility of occurrence of phenomena and in which regions of the country because in terms of temperature it should still be looking towards spring”.
THE African dust begins to move towards the east, “relieving” the Greek atmosphere from the large amounts.
According to the prognostic data of the DUST/METEO system of the National Observatory of Athens, the strong episode of transport of Saharan dust called “Minerva Red” occurring in our country is expected to subside during today’s day.
The prevalence of west-northwest winds will result in the progressive transfer of high concentrations of dust to the Aegean, while tomorrow high concentrations of dust will be located in the Dodecanese.
African Dust: Maps show how the phenomenon will move in Greece
Already in the morning, the situation seems to be improving as, according to the data, its intensity has subsided.
In the following maps you can see the course that the African dust will follow within today. It is noted that (in order), the maps are for 12:00 p.m., 15:00 p.m., 18:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.
Apocalyptic images from the African dust encroachment across the country
The sky during yesterday was red, the atmosphere stifling. Cars were covered in Sahara dust. Visibility in Attica was limited.
It is worth noting that there was an increase in the number of patients with respiratory problems in hospitals, while pulmonologists recommended caution and restriction of movement for vulnerable groups.
The eerie scene was also captured in a post by the meteorologist, Kostas Lagouvardou, on Facebook. Uploading a photo from the Observatory in Penteli, he writes in his post: “Our colony on Mars”.
As can be seen in photos and videos from Attica, an orange veil had covered the basin, creating an eerie scene.
Among other things, the area around the Parliament and the Acropolis were covered in dust.
LIVE the transport of dust
African dust covered most of the country.
While the atmosphere is suffocating, doctors draw attention to people with already burdened histories.
“Clearly, the presence of increased dust particles causes various problems both in the respiratory and cardiovascular in the sense that it stimulates the development of inflammation in systems that are already suffering, resulting in flare-ups”, said Sofia Pourikis, pulmonologist and intensivist of the ICU ” Salvation”.
It would be good, until the phenomenon goes away, for people with respiratory and cardiovascular problems to limit their movements.
“At this stage, people who have some chronic problems should be careful. We mean that they should avoid being outdoors, especially during the day, and stay indoors as much as possible,” added Ms. Pouriki.
And if the dust clears for a while, it looks like it will be back starting next week.
The African dust will subside from Thursday (25/4), however For two more days people dealing with underlying diseases should be extra careful.
These are the measures to deal with African dust
To protect yourself from dust:
- Close the windows and doors.
- While homes and workplaces should generally be ventilated, during African dust peak periods, ventilate a little in the morning and then keep windows and doors closed to prevent dust particles from entering your home or workplace. If you have one, use air cleaners or filters to improve indoor air quality.
- Use masks.
- When going outside, especially in dusty conditions, consider wearing a mask to reduce inhalation of dust particles.
- Stay hydrated
- Drink plenty of water.
Number one trending on Twitter, as expected, is the weather. Many spoke of it as a precursor to an earthquake, others again connected the weather with sports and the successes of the Olympiakos football teams, while there were not a few who made humorous comments.
Let’s look at some of them:
Are you saying this sick weather is a harbinger of an earthquake? pic.twitter.com/AZpbkjrndh
— Lyk_Iskios (@wolfshadow36408) April 23, 2024
AEKara will take it, and the weather agrees
— takis (@takismavrakis) April 23, 2024
Nice time to repent.
— kickass (@kos_rocks) April 23, 2024
Perfect weather for asthmatics.
— Lina Greek (@Linagreek) April 23, 2024
The sky turned yellow. This is the favorite weather of the mounted Turks. Now all conditions are right for the great Ataman. #paobc ☘️ pic.twitter.com/9O6V4wEGfV
— panathinaikos (@yigitdecolo) April 23, 2024
I don’t know, this weather gives me something…
“come and kiss each other and what we said water and salt”— ☢️⛔️Athinaia ⛔️☢️ (@athinaia000) April 23, 2024
Blush, blush
the whole of Greece
it’s nopanama time
to change team pic.twitter.com/T7Q05IoGEm— Panos 93 teenager (@SaveDignity) April 23, 2024
Today the sky turned red in Attica. Is it a special effect for the Olympian or is there something else going on?#Hellas, #Attica, #powder, #weather
— Incredible but Greek (@Incredible_GR) April 23, 2024
Weather: An eerie image in the Peloponnese as well
Apocalypse images in Kalamata and in areas of Ilia as since Tuesday morning (23.4.24) the African dust has suffocated the capital of Messinia.
The temperature at noon on Tuesday had “climbed” to 32 degrees Celsius, where in combination with the strong hot wind that blows and also the African dust, they compose a suffocating atmosphere.
Winds in the Messinian Gulf blow south-easterly gales occasionally touching 8 Beaufort.
It is characteristic that from the beach of Kalamata, the area of Verga as well as the “Basket” mountain of Taygetos cannot be distinguished.
The Directorate of Public Health of the Region of Western Greece, in the context of prevention and protection of Public Health, taking into account the weather phenomenon of “African dust” that has overwhelmed the atmosphere of the region, informs you:
The “African dust” is a frequent phenomenon, in which dust particles from the surface of North Africa with the help of strong winds are dispersed in the atmosphere and transported to remote areas of the planet.
Suspended particles can cause or aggravate diseases of the respiratory system (Asthma, COPD, bronchitis, etc.), allergies (allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, dermatitis, etc.), cardiovascular diseases, as well as create long-term health problems.
The people most vulnerable to exposure to “African dust” are infants, children, the elderly and people with chronic respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
It is therefore recommended, especially for the most vulnerable people:
- Limitation of activities outside the home while the phenomenon remains intense (avoid unnecessary movements, manual work and outdoor sports during the hours with the highest dust concentrations).
- Hermetically closing the windows and doors (e.g. placing carpets in the entrances) of the house in order to limit the entry of dust.
- Eye, nose and mouth protection (e.g. wearing a mask)
- Ensuring the necessary hydration, mainly with sufficient water consumption.
- Regular update on the current air quality in the area.
- Seeking medical advice and help in case of appearance or worsening of clinical symptoms such as cough, shortness of breath, itching etc.
The Deputy Regional Director of Public Health P.D.E., Anna Mastorakouon the occasion of the phenomenon, stated: “Vulnerable groups and patients with chronic diseases need to be particularly careful. In any event of discomfort, shortness of breath and persistent cough, contact health facilities immediately or consult the attending physicians. It is important that citizens take precautions for as long as the African dust phenomenon lasts, which worsens air quality and increases particulate matter levels in the atmosphere.”
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