Summer break for Bayern Munich kicks off amid rainfalls - Bavaria experiences summer showers during holiday seasons
Heavy Rain and Severe Thunderstorms Forecast for Summer Holidays in Bavaria
For those planning to spend their summer holidays in Bavaria, Germany, be prepared for a weather rollercoaster. According to the German Weather Service (DWD), the region is facing a high risk of heavy rain, hail, and thunderstorms, particularly towards the end of July and into early August 2025.
The DWD warns of severe thunderstorms with up to 150 liters of rain per square meter possible, particularly concentrated in southern Bavaria. This increased risk of localized flooding and heavy rainfall south of the Danube is accompanied by hail and strong gusts during thunderstorms.
This unsettled weather situation is due to a near-stationary disturbance over southern Germany, causing continuous heavy and sometimes torrential rain. The weather front is expected to persist into the beginning of the week, with showers, thunderstorms, hail, and strong wind gusts continuing intermittently.
Earlier in July, Bavaria experienced a heat wave with temperatures around 40°C, followed by a sharp cold snap and stormy weather. Overall, July has seen a mix of hot spells and severe weather events such as thunderstorms, hail, and heavy rain.
On Saturday, Bavaria will be cloudy, with rain mainly in the southern half of the region. Showers and individual thunderstorms will move in from the northwest, with temperatures between 17 and 21 degrees Celsius. From the afternoon onwards, local amounts of up to 40 liters per square meter in one hour are possible. Hail is expected during the day, and gusts of up to 70 kilometers per hour are expected.
The low pressure system over Northern Europe is causing the rain in Bavaria. The DWD expects isolated heavy rain with 15 to 20 liters of precipitation per square meter in less than three hours in the morning. The rain on Saturday will mainly occur in the southern half of Bavaria, with showers and thunderstorms moving in from the northwest.
As the summer holidays progress, expect occasional severe stormy conditions combined with periods of intense rainfall and hail, interspersed with some warm and sunny intervals. It's advisable to keep a close eye on weather updates and plan activities accordingly.
- The community in Bavaria should be aware of the updated community policy, as heavy rain and severe thunderstorms, as per the weather forecast, will require precautions during the summer holidays.
- Given the ongoing weather-forecasting data, it is recommended that residents and visitors in Bavaria, Germany, take necessary measures to protect the environment from potential flooding and the impact of heavy rain and severe thunderstorms.
