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Weather transition and cooling across Balkans and Greece

Overview

Extreme weather and health alerts persist across Southeast Europe through mid-September 2026 as a significant seasonal transition begins. In the Balkans, a major weather shift is ending recent high temperatures. Bosnia and Herzegovina is facing unstable weather, including heavy rain, thunderstorms, and potential localized flooding in Krajina, Herzegovina, and southwest Bosnia; a yellow meteoalarm has been issued for Mostar. In Republika Srpska, recent severe storms have already caused damage to infrastructure and homes, necessitating numerous emergency interventions by firefighters.

In Montenegro, emergency services continue to battle multiple active wildfires in Pljevlja, Danilovgrad, Šavnik, and Nikšić. Authorities have requested aerial assistance, with aircraft deployed to drop water on active blazes. While some fires, such as the one near the Ostrog Monastery, are being brought under control, others remain a significant concern.

In Croatia, a frontal disturbance is moving across the country, bringing cooler temperatures and increased cloud cover to end the recent heatwave, with rain and thunderstorms forecasted for regions including Dalmatia.

In Greece, a low-pressure system is driving the transition toward autumnal weather. While temperatures reached up to 37°C through Friday, instability is expected to expand over the weekend. Rain and thunderstorms are forecasted for the northern Ionian, Epirus, Macedonia, and mountainous regions on Saturday, with more intense phenomena expected to spread across western, central, and northern regions by Sunday. A noticeable drop in temperature is anticipated as northern winds strengthen.

Entities

Greece · National Meteorological Service · National Observatory of Athens · General Secretariat for Civil Protection · Crete

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Timeline

  1. about 8 hours ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Greece weather: Rain and storms expected this weekend

    Greece faces a shift to autumnal weather this weekend, with rain and thunderstorms expected in northern and western regions followed by a drop in temperatures starting Sunday.

  2. 1 day ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 3 sources
    Greece wildfire risk remains high in Achaia and Elis

    Greece faces high wildfire risks in Achaia and Elis, with category 3 danger levels expected to continue through Friday, September 11, prompting civil protection warnings for citizens.

  3. 1 day ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 36 sources
    Balkans face severe weather, wildfires, and flooding risks

    Severe weather, including thunderstorms and heavy rain, is impacting the Balkans. Montenegro is battling wildfires, while Bosnia and Herzegovina faces flood risks and significant temperature changes.

  4. 2 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Bosnia and Herzegovina records extreme summer heat in 2026

    Meteorologist Nedim Sladić warns of extreme heat in Bosnia and Herzegovina, noting record-breaking temperatures in Mostar and Bihać and significant impacts on agriculture and the economy.

  5. 2 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 34 sources
    Greece weather transition brings rain and storms

    Greece faces a transition from summer heat to autumnal weather, with a low-pressure system bringing rain and storms from Saturday and a significant temperature drop starting Sunday.

  6. 3 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 9 sources
    Greece weather: Strong winds provide cooling through Friday

    Strong Meltemi winds will provide cooling relief in Greece through Friday, with temperatures remaining above 30°C before a potential shift toward rain and cooler weather this Sunday.

  7. 4 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Greece experiences warm September start following record summer heat

    Greece faces a warm September with temperatures potentially reaching 38°C. The 2026 summer was recorded as the 6th hottest in 66 years, with August being the 3rd hottest since 1960.

  8. 5 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 40 sources
    Greece issues Red Code alert amid widespread wildfire risk

    Greece has issued a Red Code alert due to very high wildfire risks across multiple regions, including Attica and Crete. Active fires are being fought in Evia and Megara, with several arrests made for negligence

  9. 5 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 43 sources
    Greece weather transition brings cooler temperatures and wind

    Greece is transitioning to autumn weather with declining temperatures and increased instability. Strong winds will affect the Aegean, while rain and thunderstorms are expected in mountainous regions later this-

  10. 7 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 48 sources
    Greece weather: High temperatures up to 38°C with cooling trend expected

    Greece faces high temperatures up to 38°C with sunny skies, but a gradual cooling trend and potential rain are expected to begin mid-September.

  11. 7 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 56 sources
    Greece issues high wildfire warnings for multiple regions

    Greece faces very high wildfire risks on September 6-7, 2026. Authorities have activated Red Code status in several regions, implementing movement bans and mobilizing emergency resources.

  12. 7 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 124 sources
    Southern Europe weather shifts from extreme heat to storms

    Southern Europe is transitioning from intense summer heatwaves to cooler, unstable weather with incoming storms and rain expected across Italy, the Balkans, and Croatia by mid-September.

  13. 8 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    North Macedonia experiences heavy rainfall across multiple regions

    Heavy rainfall hit North Macedonia, with Amzabegevo recording 88 l/m². Forecasters warn of afternoon storms, including heavy rain, hail, and strong winds across several regions.

  14. 9 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 51 sources
    Greece weather forecast shows heat spike and strong winds

    Greece faces a brief weather transition with rising temperatures up to 39°C and strong Aegean winds this weekend, before a more stable autumnal pattern is expected mid-September.

  15. 9 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 9 sources
    Greece issues Red Code wildfire warnings for multiple regions

    Greece has issued 'Red Code' warnings for several regions, including Attica, Crete, and Euboea, due to very high wildfire risks. Authorities have mobilized emergency resources and restricted access to forests.

  16. 10 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 45 sources
    Balkan region faces prolonged heatwave with temperatures up to 38°C

    A significant heatwave is affecting the Balkans, with temperatures in Bosnia, Montenegro, and North Macedonia reaching up to 38°C before a predicted shift to cooler, unstable weather mid-September.

  17. 11 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 51 sources
    Greece weather transition brings storms and heat fluctuations

    Greece faces a volatile weather shift as intense summer heat gives way to thunderstorms and rain, followed by a predicted return to high temperatures near 40°C by the end of the week.

  18. 11 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 12 sources
    Balkan weather forecast predicts heat and afternoon storms

    Albania and North Macedonia face hot weather with temperatures up to 35°C, followed by afternoon thunderstorms, heavy rain, and potential hail due to atmospheric instability.

  19. 13 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 56 sources
    Greece weather: High temperatures and atmospheric instability

    Greece faces high temperatures up to 38°C and atmospheric instability, with localized thunderstorms, hail, and African dust expected across various regions during the transition to September.

  20. 13 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 10 sources
    Knežica hit by severe hailstorms causing widespread damage

    Severe hailstorms and strong winds hit Knežica and Prijedor in Bosnia and Herzegovina, causing extensive damage to crops, homes, and vehicles in the Potkozarje region.

  21. 15 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 61 sources
    Greece faces extreme wildfire risk and strong winds

    Greece faces extreme wildfire risks in Crete and the South Aegean (category 5) due to high heat and strong winds, with thunderstorms expected in Macedonia and Epirus.

  22. 15 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 198 sources
    Balkan region faces continued heatwaves and drought

    Extreme heat and drought persist across the Balkans, with temperatures exceeding 30-35°C in Bosnia and Herzegovina and Croatia, maintaining a high risk of wildfires due to lack of rainfall.

  23. 18 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 259 sources
    Balkan region faces severe heatwaves and widespread wildfires

    Balkan countries face severe heatwaves and wildfires. Macedonia and Montenegro are battling numerous active fires, while Greece deals with temperatures up to 40°C and high wildfire risks due to strong winds.

  24. 20 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 60 sources
    Greece heatwave: Temperatures reach 40°C amid high fire risk

    Greece faces a severe heatwave with temperatures hitting 40-41°C in some regions. High fire risks are reported, and while a brief cooling is expected late this week, extreme heat may return in September.

  25. 20 days ago

    [HEALTH] 6 sources
    Hellenic Red Cross issues heatstroke warnings amid rising temperatures in Greece

    The Hellenic Red Cross has issued emergency guidance on identifying and treating heatstroke as temperatures rise across Greece, highlighting high-risk groups and life-saving first aid steps.

  26. 22 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 376 sources
    Balkan region faces severe heatwaves and widespread wildfires

    Extreme heat and wildfires are impacting the Balkans and Greece. Authorities are battling numerous active fires in North Macedonia, Montenegro, and Serbia while facing temperatures exceeding 40°C in Greece.

  27. 26 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 176 sources
    Turkey and Greece face intense heatwaves and high fire risks

    Turkey and Greece are facing intense heatwaves, with temperatures expected to exceed 40-45°C in parts of Turkey and Greece. High fire risks and strong winds are also forecasted for both regions.

  28. 26 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Central Macedonia weather forecast predicts high temperatures

    High summer temperatures are forecast for Central Macedonia and other parts of Greece, with peaks reaching 38°C in Veria and localized thunderstorms possible in mountainous regions.

  29. 28 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 13 sources
    Greece weather forecast predicts warmer September and rising August temperatures

    Meteorologists predict warmer than average temperatures and increased rainfall for Greece in September, alongside rising temperatures and stronger Aegean winds through late August.

  30. about 1 month ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 59 sources
    Greece braces for heat wave with temperatures up to 40 °C and strong northerly winds

    Greece faces an early‑August heat wave with up to 40 °C, strong northerly winds (7‑8 bft) in the Aegean, scattered mountain showers and heightened wildfire risk.

  31. about 2 months ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Greece August 2026 Forecast Calls for Cool Start Followed by Heatwave

    August 2026 in Greece will start cool then turn hot mid‑month, with low rain. Karpenisi, 3.5 h from Athens, offers cooler temps and outdoor activities.

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