The Acropolis in Athens will limit its operating hours for a second straight day because of heatwave conditions, the Greek culture ministry said Wednesday.

July to August marks the region's peak summer months, and therefore, authorities are warning people to stay safe during the scorching weather conditions. The warning reads: "Extremely high air temperature values (during the day),

Greece has introduced mandatory work breaks in regions where temperatures are forecast to exceed 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit), as a heatwave is set to grip the country until Thursday.

Greece has been forced to issue a rare warning for UK tourists as a European heatwave continues, with temperatures expected to reach a sweltering 43C in some areas

Maps from WXCHARTS show sizzling heat will ravage Greece on Wednesday July 23 with up to 45C to be seen in some areas. According to the maps, the lowest temperature in the country will be a hot 30C. In Italy, temperatures will range from 30C to 44C with maps showing the whole country in a volcanic red colour indicating extreme heat.

The Labour Ministry announced that outdoor manual labour and food delivery services must pause operations between 12:00 pm and 5:00 pm (0900-1400 GMT) in areas most affected, including central regions of the mainland and several islands. Employers have also been urged to allow remote working wherever possible.

Firefighters in Greece battled more than 50 wildfires across the country on Sunday, July 6, 2025, as authorities warned of heightened danger due to an