Stormy Weather Alert: Southern Germany Square Aim in the Crosshairs
Deteriorating weather conditions persist in southern Germany
Get ready, German folks! Midweek, the country is bracing for storm "Tim," a weather situation escalating in certain regions, leading to hefty rain, hail, and even potentially dreaded tornadoes, primarily impacting the south and east. Flooding is also a serious concern.
Wondering about weather developments in the lead up to Pentecost?
Bjoern Alexander offers an insight: Initial phases of the severe weather situation will intensify in some regions on Wednesday, increasing the probability of independent tornadoes. Although the maximum risk of severe weather will then recede, there's still a chance for fierce thunderstorms regionally until Pentecost Sunday, before things start calming down on Pentecost Monday.
Short-term Weather Outlook
The northern areas will see temperatures rise to a maximum of 18 to 24 degrees on Wednesday. However, expect temperatures to soar to 25 to near 30 degrees in the south and east, making for a muggy climate - a perfect recipe for severe thunderstorms.
Which regions are on the line?
The south and southeast are expected to bear the brunt of this stormy weather on Wednesday, potentially affecting areas such as Bavaria, Thuringia, and Saxony. Unfortunately, it will only be clear which regions will be hit the hardest on the day itself, as thunderstorm cells form.
Rainfall and Flooding Threat
It's quite likely that flooding will occur, considering entire monthly rainfall amounts may descend within a few hours. This overwhelming deluge usually overwhelms the drainage and sewage systems. Moreover, the weather models reveal the possibility of medium to large hail and powerful winds. Don't be surprised if the region also witnesses scattered tornadoes near severe thunderstorms. In short: High to very high danger potential is expected in the Alps and Lake Constance regions, Bavarian Forest, and eastern highlands.
Possible severe weather in Munich area?
While a definite answer isn't available, it's never a bad idea to stay attentive to current updates, official weather warnings, and advice, especially considering the trees are in full bloom, offering the wind a maximum attack surface.
What's to come?
As of now, the worst should subside by Thursday and Friday, but we must prepare ourselves for significant thunderstorms in various areas. It will be windy or stormy in many places on Thursday and Friday, but the southeast may enjoy temperatures up to 28°C.
Weekend Forecast (Pentecost Weekend)
Expect cloudy skies and rain showers on Friday, with temperatures hovering around 26°C. Saturday will see a summer-like and humid weather pattern, with temperatures ranging between 18 to 28°C. Sunday will cool down, with temperatures ranging from 16 to 23°C.
Pentecost Monday Outlook?
Current forecasts suggest a cooler and windy situation, with winds blowing from the Atlantic pushing unprecedented weather patterns eastward.
A peaceful end with a summer resurgence?
A soothing end can indeed be expected, but it's doubtful whether we'll see a summer comeback on the horizon. Temperatures are forecasted to hover around 16°C by the sea and up to 23°C along the Upper Rhine.
[1] Based on enrichment data from various trusted sources.
The Commission has also been consulted on the weather developments in the lead up to Pentecost, and they have reported an increase in the probability of independent tornadoes, particularly in the regions affected by the storm "Tim." Despite the chance for fierce thunderstorms regionally until Pentecost Sunday, weather-forecasting models predict a cooler and windy situation on Pentecost Monday.
