Ice storms

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

Good weather is expected to continue on Sunday, with mild temperatures and occasional local showers.

On Thursday, Bulgaria will experience predominantly cloudy weather with afternoon rain showers expected in Southwestern and Northeastern regions. The wind will be light to moderate, blowing from the east. Temperatures will range from 9°C to 14°C at night, with Sofia seeing a low of 12°C. Daytime highs will be between 20°C and 25°C, with Sofia reaching 20°C.

Storm Atena caused major traffic problems on the island of Rhodes after hitting on Wednesday afternoon.

The city center, the Rhodes-Lindos road and the Analipsis area experienced severe flooding and heavy traffic.

Rain and storms are expected across the country from Monday afternoon until Wednesday evening, the Meteo weather service of the National Observatory of Athens announced on Monday.

On Monday, rain and storms are initially expected in the Ionian Islands, Epirus, Central Greece and the western Peloponnese.

A climber in Colorado, USA, was found alive on a 4,300-meter mountain despite being abandoned by his companions after he lost his way due to a storm with strong winds and freezing rain, which also left him without cell phone signal.