Heavy downpours and thunderstorms anticipated for the beginning of the week in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) - Inclement weather kicks off the fresh week across NRW with storms and showers
The first week of summer vacation in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW) is set to bring a mix of warm temperatures, rain, and thunderstorms, according to the German Weather Service (DWD).
The weather forecast indicates that temperatures in Düsseldorf will range from 17°C to 37°C during the vacation period, with some cooler days in between. The start of the vacation will be marked by rain, with temperatures overnight into Tuesday expected to drop to 13 to 17 degrees Celsius.
July is generally a month with substantial rainfall in NRW, with about 19 rainy days in the month. The first week includes several rainy days, suggesting frequent showers or thunderstorms. On July 2nd, heavy thunderstorms with squalls, heavy rain, hail, and gale-force winds were forecast in the northwest, including NRW.
Intermittent thunderstorms are expected in North Rhine-Westphalia during the first days of summer vacation. While conditions may improve slightly mid-week, overall, the first week is expected to include typical summer storm activity, especially in the northwest part of the state.
Despite the rain and thunderstorms, temperatures will mostly remain above 20 degrees Celsius. Tuesday's temperatures in lower elevations will range from 22 to 24 degrees Celsius, dropping to 20 degrees Celsius in some areas by Wednesday afternoon. Thursday's temperatures will rise to 22 to 24 degrees Celsius.
It will be dry until the afternoon on Monday, with moderate winds. Rain and thunderstorms will continue into the evening on Monday, according to the DWD. Thursday could potentially have some rain showers in the morning, but the weather is expected to improve later in the day, with the sun expected to come out starting Thursday.
It is advisable to stay updated with local weather warnings for storm-related hazards during outdoor activities to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer vacation in North Rhine-Westphalia.
The Commission, while considering a draft directive on carcinogen protection, might also be interested in the frequent thunderstorms and rainy days during the first week of summer vacation in North Rhine-Westphalia, as they could potentially pose weather-related hazards for outdoor activities. Despite these weather conditions, the temperatures will still remain above the minimum threshold of 20 degrees Celsius, offering a somewhat mild summer experience.
