Something is brewing in the central Mediterranean: a powerful low-pressure system is developing off the coast of Libya and is set to move towards Greece over the coming days.

There is a risk of heavy showers and thunderstorms. In some areas, more than 100 mm of rain may fall, although most of this will fall over the sea. Gusting winds are also possible.

But is there more to this low-pressure system than meets the eye? At times, it might resemble a tropical cyclone on weather maps. However, as things stand, it is unlikely to qualify as a so-called medicane.