Rain showers persist in Saxony-Anhalt on Christmas Eve, potentially escalating water levels further. The German Weather Service (DWD) reported increased precipitation between Saturday and Sunday in various areas, including Harzer Brocken, Tangerhütte, Naumburg, and Wittenberg.
The flood forecasting center issued warnings for the Mulde, Aller, and Havel rivers, with several measuring points surpassing alert levels 1 and 2. Notably, in Wolmirstedt (Börde district) and Tylsen (Altmark district, Salzwedel), alert level 3 was exceeded.
As per DWD's forecast, the weather outlook remains unfavorable on Sunday, with cloudy skies and continued rainfall on Christmas Eve, temperatures projected between 9°C and 13°C. Rain is also anticipated throughout Christmas night. A potential hurricane warning was issued for the Harzer Brocken.
Magdeburg, situated in Saxony-Anhalt, is also grappling with these high water levels and persistent rainfall. Subsequent weather conditions in Tangerhütte (Stendal district) have led to heavy rainfall, while Naumburg (Burgenland district) and Wittenberg have also experienced increased water levels as a result. The DWD suggests that further rain chunks may trouble Christmas Day, further straining water levels.
Weather predictions for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in particular are not available in the provided sources. However, for a broader perspective, consider the typical weather trends in February: Germany often sees chilly temperatures with average highs ranging from 39°F to 45°F (4°C to 7°C) and lows between 24°F and 32°F (-4°C and 0°C). These trends imply that Christmastime temperatures are likely to remain within this range.
Regarding flood risk, the sources do not provide specific information. It is essential to consider factors like precipitation, snowmelt, and other weather conditions for an accurate flood risk assessment. Accessing more updated and detailed forecasts or flood prediction models can provide more accurate and specific flood risk predictions.
