Sirocco Dust in Crete
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Today's briefing
Clean air across the area today. Enjoy it, this is a great day to be outside.
Weekly Outlook
Model estimates. Accuracy decreases beyond 48h.
| Day | Level | Peak PM10 |
|---|---|---|
| TODAY | good | 9 µg/m³ |
| TOMORROW | good | 13 µg/m³ |
| THU | good | 12 µg/m³ |
| FRI | moderate | 21 µg/m³ |
| SAT | moderate | 35 µg/m³ |
Dust Forecast Map
Saharan dust load forecast updated every 6 hours
Crete sits on the southern edge of the Aegean, directly in the path of Saharan dust plumes carried north across the Mediterranean. This page tracks particulate levels across the island's four regions.
Crete's four regional capitals, Heraklion, Chania, Rethymno and Lasithi, each have a dedicated monitoring point below. Dust concentration can vary across the island depending on wind direction and local terrain.
Dust events from North Africa are most common in spring, from March to May, when southerly winds cross the Mediterranean. Conditions can change quickly, so check back for updated readings.
Data from Open-Meteo's CAMS atmospheric model. For official guidance, consult local Greek authorities.