Greece saw an unexpected return to winter overnight, as snowfall swept across several mountainous regions, turning villages into postcard-like scenes more typical of January than late March.
In the northern region of Epirus, snow began falling late in the evening and continued into the early morning, covering high-altitude areas above 3,300 feet (1,000 meters). The phenomenon affected parts of the Ioannina regional unit, including well-known mountain destinations such as Metsovo, Tzoumerka, Konitsa and Zagori.
By dawn, Metsovo — a traditional mountain town popular with visitors year-round — was blanketed in fresh snow. Rooftops, streets and surrounding hills were coated in white, while intermittent snowfall and low-hanging clouds added to the subdued, almost hushed atmosphere.
Similar scenes were reported across nearby villages. In Tzoumerka, the historic Monastery of Agia Paraskevi stood out against the snow-covered landscape, as temperatures dropped to freezing. In the wider region, villages such as Syrrako, Papingo, Fourka, Milia and Aetomilitsa were also transformed, with snow settling across squares, homes and mountain terrain.
Further north in Western Macedonia, snowfall was equally intense. Areas including Samarina, Nea Kotyli, Pisoderi and Nymfaio recorded conditions reminiscent of midwinter, offering striking visuals for residents and visitors alike.
Despite the unusual timing, no major disruptions have been reported. According to regional Civil Protection authorities in Epirus, 14 snow-clearing machines have been deployed across key points of the mountain and provincial road network. Their continuous operation has ensured that roads remain open and traffic flows normally.
Officials said services remain on heightened alert as a precaution, advising drivers traveling in mountainous areas to exercise caution due to potentially slippery conditions.