# Greece weather: Severe storms, flooding, and landslides > Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/greece-weather-patterns > Updated: 2026-10-30T06:45:00.000Z. Sources: 73. Developments: 3. Greece has transitioned from mild autumn weather to a period of intense instability characterized by heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and significant flooding. Following heavy rainfall in late October, which saw over 100mm of rain in Magnesia and the Sporades, the country has faced severe consequences. In Magnesia, specifically in South Pelion, the village of Platanias suffered major damage after a local stream overflowed, cutting the settlement in two and trapping residents. Authorities issued a 112 emergency alert, advising citizens to move to higher floors. This flooding has also damaged water infrastructure, leaving several settlements without potable water. On the island of Skiathos, torrential rains transformed central roads into torrents and caused landslides, resulting in road closures. Meteorologists warn that while some areas may see a temporary easing of phenomena, a new low-pressure system approaching from the west is expected to bring further instability. This system is predicted to bring increased rainfall and a drop in temperatures across much of the country from Sunday through the first ten days of November. This upcoming period is expected to bring continuous and potentially dangerous weather patterns, including snow in the mountainous regions of the central country. Forecasts for October 30 indicate unsettled weather with cloud cover and local rainfall across mainland and island regions. Sporadic thunderstorms are expected from the afternoon in most mainland areas, excluding Thrace, as well as in the Ionian Islands, Crete, and the Dodecanese. Temperatures remain relatively low, with Athens ranging between 14 and 21 degrees Celsius and Thessaloniki between 12 and 19 degrees Celsius. Increased dust concentrations are anticipated in eastern parts of the country, while a further deterioration in weather conditions, including heavy rain and storms, is predicted for Sunday, primarily affecting Western Greece. ## Claims - Heavy rainfall hit Magnesia and Skiathos on October 28, 2026. (reported by 20 sources) - The village of Platania was split in two by overflowing torrents. (reported by 13 sources) - Approximately 50 residents in Platania were trapped in their homes. (reported by 9 sources) - The road between Skiathos and Kokkonari was closed for safety. (reported by 7 sources) - Portaria recorded 112 mm of rain. (reported by 6 sources) - Skiathos recorded 102 mm of rain. (reported by 6 sources) - A 112 emergency alert was issued for residents in Platania to move to higher floors. (reported by 6 sources) - Two water supply boreholes in Platania were destroyed. (reported by 6 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-10-30: Greece weather: Severe storms and temperature drop expected Greece faces incoming severe weather from Northern Europe, bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms, and snow to mountainous regions through next week. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-weather-forecast-rain-and-storms-expected-across-various-regions-1 ### 2026-10-28: Greece weather: Severe storms cause flooding and landslides Severe storms in Greece have caused major flooding in Magnesia and landslides in Skiathos. Emergency alerts were issued as heavy rains hit infrastructure, with more instability expected in early November. 70 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-weather-forecast-for-thursday-october-29 ### 2026-10-18: Greece weather trends and European economic instability Greece faces mild, sunny autumn weather with rising temperatures, though new storms are expected mid-week. Meanwhile, economic instability in France and Italy raises concerns for the broader Eurozone. 53 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/greece-weather-rising-temperatures-and-local-rain-expected --- Cite as: Greece weather: Severe storms, flooding, and landslides. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/greece-weather-patterns