Freezing Temperatures in Greece: -20°C Recorded in Bathystalo Parnassou

Greece experienced a strong frost on New Year's Day, with temperatures dropping significantly, especially in the northern mainland areas. According to the network of automated meteorological stations of the National Observatory of Athens / meteo.gr, the lowest minimum temperature was recorded in Seli at -14.6 °C. Specifically, the eight lowest minimum temperatures recorded on the morning of Thursday, January 1st, were as follows: (the table is omitted for brevity, but the article contains the exact values). These temperatures were recorded in various regions of northern Greece, confirming the intensity of the cold. Furthermore, in some sinkholes and ski resorts, temperatures dropped even further. Specifically, a minimum temperature of -20 °C was recorded in Bathystalo Parnassou, while the temperature at the Kaimaktsalan Ski Center reached -16 °C. These extreme temperatures highlight the need for caution and protection against frost. The strong frost caused problems in several areas, with potential impacts on travel and residents' activities. Authorities had issued warnings about the risk of frost and slipperiness on the roads, urging citizens to be particularly careful.