Corfu Braces for Severe Weather: Strong Winds and Heavy Rains Expected
Corfu, February 1 – The weather in Corfu is set to undergo a significant change as a low-pressure system from the west begins to affect the region in the coming hours. This system, drawing warm air masses from the Mediterranean and North Africa, combined with cold air from Russia, will create intense weather phenomena, including strong winds and heavy rainfall across various areas.
Weather Evolution from Now Until Sunday Evening
Significant rainfall is anticipated during the evening hours of Saturday. On Sunday, the island will experience a mix of sunshine and dense cloud cover. The low-pressure system is expected to move eastward hour by hour, gradually moving away from the Corfu area by Sunday afternoon. This shift will cause winds to change direction, turning to northwesterly and reaching up to 7 Beaufort in the northwestern parts of the island by the afternoon.
Wind Gusts and Potential for Storm-Force Conditions
Particular attention should be paid to the wind gusts expected after midnight on Saturday until early Sunday morning. In the southwestern parts of Corfu, gusts could reach 8 Beaufort. Offshore, winds may even escalate to 11 Beaufort. While this extreme intensity is not expected to directly hit the island, some localized areas might experience gusts approaching storm-force levels. The precise location of these strong weather events, especially the winds, cannot be perfectly predicted due to the complex morphology of each region, necessitating extreme caution.
Temperature and Atmospheric Conditions
On Sunday, temperatures will range from 8 to 12 degrees Celsius. Low levels of African dust will be present in the atmosphere. Humidity will be low during the day, rising to 78% by night.
Monday’s Forecast
For Monday, residents can expect sunshine with some cloudiness. Winds will blow from northwesterly directions at up to 4 Beaufort, with a weakening trend by evening. Temperatures will be between 8 and 13 degrees Celsius, and humidity will be moderate during the day, reaching 95% at night.
Authorities advise residents to limit unnecessary travel and take precautions against the strong winds and heavy rainfall. The situation will be monitored closely, and further updates will be provided as needed.
