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UK Tourists Urged to Check Weather Forecasts Before Booking Holidays

Failing to factor in regional weather phenomena like Meltemi winds in the Greek islands or hurricane season in the Caribbean risks derailing the best-laid holiday plans.

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Overview

  • Travel expert Bryson Robert says many UK holidaymakers skip checking weather conditions, focusing instead on flight deals and hotel ratings.
  • The Greek islands are prone to 40–50 mph Meltemi winds in August that can cancel beach days and disrupt ferry services.
  • Caribbean destinations face hurricane season from June through November, with storms and high humidity that can hamper outdoor activities.
  • Robert advises consulting historical weather data on platforms such as Weather Underground and TimeandDate.com to assess likely conditions.
  • Local meteorological services offer the most reliable long-range forecasts because they understand regional climate patterns.