Blizzards

Weather forecasters say there will be a noticeable drop in temperatures this coming weekend.

According to the director of the National Meteorological Service, Thodoris Kolidas, rain is expected Thursday and Friday, but it will stop from Saturday afternoon.

But he added that the temperature will fall significantly below the seasonal levels, by around 10 degrees.

The first snow of the season has arrived in Bulgaria, just as meteorologists predicted. The snowfall began early this morning in the central parts of the Stara Planina and the higher areas of the Pre-Balkans. Photos and videos shared on social media show that while the snow is light, it has been enough to blanket the autumn landscape in a thin layer of white.

Greece is set to experience a significant change in weather next week, according to meteorologist Thodoris Kolydas, director of the Hellenic Meteorological Service (EMY).

After two months of dry conditions, the country will face rain, particularly in western, central and southern regions.

Temperatures will also drop, with the possibility of snow on mountain peaks.

The weather in Bulgaria this week will continue to feel like a continuation of summer, with temperatures remaining mild. In the mornings, temperatures will hover around freezing in some areas, creating conditions for frost. Fog will also be present in low-lying parts of Eastern Bulgaria and near large bodies of water like the Danube.

On October 15, 2024, Bulgaria will experience significant cloud cover across the country, with a detailed weather forecast outlining expected temperatures for the day.

Clear skies and sunny weather are on the horizon for the country until the weekend, but meteorologists warn that rain is set to return shortly thereafter.

In its weekly report outlining conditions until Oct. 14, the Turkish State Meteorological Service expects a brief break from the recent rainfall, particularly in the northeastern cities, which saw downpours on Oct. 8.

The first day of the week will remain cold and windy, following a sharp drop in temperatures yesterday. Morning temperatures are expected to range between 7 and 12 degrees, with Sofia seeing around 8 degrees. Some rain is anticipated in the eastern half of the country, although it is expected to taper off by evening.

The weather through Sunday at noon will be summer-like with high temperatures.

The weather is expected to change over the next few days, as a “Balkan front” passing through the country is expected to drop the temperature by up to 8 degrees Celsius, while northerly winds

The weather will see increased changes in the coming days, with temperatures reaching up to 31 degrees Celsius on Saturday, followed by a sharp drop. EMF Director Thodoris Kolydas predicts a 6 to 7 degrees Celsius decrease after the weekend peak.

The weather change will begin at noon on Sunday, with next week starting with showers and thunderstorms in several areas.