Brace yourselves for some wintry weather across Berlin and Brandenburg, folk! The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued a chilly forecast for the upcoming days. Get ready for a frosty Wednesday as temperatures plummet, with the threat of black ice stretching into the early morning hours. Don't leave home without your trusty winter boots, as the drizzle or sleet could make surfaces treacherous.
On the positive side, northern Brandenburg and specific areas of Berlin might receive a dusting of fresh snow – up to 8 cm in Uckermark! For those looking to embrace the winter wonderland, a trip to Potsdam could be the perfect scenic escape. However, please keep an eye on the weather in Brandenburg, where rain is predicted in certain spots.
Thursday's forecast calls for an overcast sky with light snow drizzle or drizzle in some areas, accompanied by drier conditions as the day progresses. Temperatures will stay close to freezing, so layer up!
Bear in mind that public service strikes might affect road safety, so proceed with caution.
(Insight: Though the forecast omits mentioning it, the region experiences icy weather due to the sub-zero temperatures. The temperature range for Wednesday is 30°C-37°C [day] and 23°C-30°C [night]. For Thursday, it's 30°C-41°C [day] and 23°C-34°C [night].)
Stay frosty, Berlin and Brandenburg!
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While the forecast doesn't specify snowfall or black ice information explicitly, several factors should be taken into account:
- Temperature Forecasts:
- Current Conditions: Berlin has experienced dropping temperatures, as evidenced by a morning temperature of -12 degrees Celsius on February 19, and nighttime lows reaching as low as -11.3 degrees in Tempelhof[2].
- Future Temperatures: Temperatures are expected to rise slightly during the day to a range between 1 and 4 degrees Celsius, with sunlight expected. However, as night falls, a return to freezing temperatures is anticipated, with lows of -7 to -11 degrees, and potentially reaching -14 degrees in some areas[2].
- Snowfall and Ice Conditions:
- General Forecast: The DWD has suggested significant snowfall in the Alpine regions, but the specific forecast for Berlin and Brandenburg does not mention substantial snow accumulation. Instead, it states that parts of eastern and northeastern Germany may see a few centimeters of snow accumulation, with drivers advised to exercise caution due to icy patches[5].
- Historical Context:
- Past Weather: The region has experienced severe frost, with temperatures as low as -15.5 degrees in Coschen, Brandenburg, and -17.9 degrees in Sohland an der Spree, Saxony[2].
Considering these factors, although the specific snowfall forecast for Berlin and Brandenburg this week is not detailed in the sources, the region is expected to continue facing cold temperatures with potential icy conditions. The exact snowfall amounts are not specified in the provided sources, but motorists should be alert to the possibility of icy patches on the roads.
