Zakynthos: Flight Disruptions Due to Bad Weather – Rainfall Reaches 114mm

The bad weather affecting western Greece appears less intense than expected, but has caused disruptions on the island of Zakynthos, which recorded the highest rainfall. Following Kefalonia, Zakynthos Airport is facing operational issues due to adverse weather, with most flights canceled on Sunday, September 28, 2025. Due to low visibility, the majority of scheduled flights have been canceled, and no flights have departed after 12:00, with some rescheduled and others canceled outright. Many morning flights were initially rescheduled, but deteriorating weather conditions ultimately prevented their operation, causing significant inconvenience for travelers arriving or departing the island. So far, no serious incidents have been reported, and ferry services continue operating normally. Rainfall in Zakynthos reached 114 mm. Heavy rains and localized strong thunderstorms occurred on Sunday, September 28, 2025, mainly over western mainland regions and the Ionian Sea, resulting in substantial rainfall. According to Meteo.gr, high precipitation levels were recorded across western Peloponnese and Ionian islands, as shown on the rainfall map, with the highest total—113.8 mm—recorded in Zakynthos by 19:00 local time. According to the latest bulletin from the Hellenic National Meteorological Service (EMY), the bad weather will persist into early Monday, characterized by heavy rain and thunderstorms. Local authorities remain on alert to respond to any incidents, focusing on areas prone to flooding, while the public is urged to exercise caution when traveling and avoid areas susceptible to water accumulation.