Intense downpours and powerful storms predicted ahead - Intense Storms Predicted for Thunder-Prone Regions
Prepare for a Stormy Day in Bavaria
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Get ready for some wild weather in Bavaria, Germany! According to the German Weather Service (DWD), we're expecting some serious thunderstorms today. There's a good chance of hail, gusts, and heavy rain, especially between Swabia and the Bavarian Forest.
Last night, we saw some isolated storms in the Free State, with Wallgau (district of Garmisch-Partenkirchen) getting hit hard by hail. The local police had to help residents clear the streets and properties with snow shovels. Fortunately, there were no major incidents or damage reported as of yet.
But what about our beloved Nations League semi-final? Well, the storm's path is uncertain, but an expert from the DWD predicts it'll travel north of Munich. The game is scheduled to start later this evening, and the peak of the storm is expected to hit between 7-9 PM. The storm should be kicking off earlier in the afternoon, so keep an eye on the sky!
The weather's looking pretty wild today, with temperatures reaching 20°C in the Rhön and 30°C in the Passau region. In Franconia, we're expecting up to 20 liters per square meter per hour of rain, with hail and gusts of up to 110 kilometers per hour.
And brace yourself for some huge hailstones—the DWD says they could reach a diameter of five centimeters in some places! Don't forget, there's also a low probability of up to ten centimeters of hail. In the foothills of the Alps, gusts of between 50 and 60 kilometers per hour are expected, but they should taper off by Thursday night.
On Thursday, rain is expected to be mostly confined to Bavaria, with only some isolated thunderstorms. So, if you're in Bavaria, make sure to stay safe and dry over the next few days!
Oh, and before we forget—the UEFA Nations League semi-final match between Germany and Portugal might get a little stormy. We'll have to wait and see how the weather affects the game! 🇩🇪🇵🇹
P.S. If you're wondering, the semi-finals and finals are scheduled to take place from June 4 to June 8, 2025, with one of the semi-finals being Germany vs. Portugal. The finals are set for June 8 at the Munich Football Arena[1][2][3]. Typically, football matches continue even in less-than-ideal weather conditions, but safety precautions may be taken if the storms are severe. However, without a specific weather forecast or statements from UEFA or local authorities, it's hard to predict the exact impact of the thunderstorms on the match. (Information sourced from enrichment data)
The Commission has also been consulted on the potential impact of the stormy weather on the draft budget for the period 2000-06, given the potential need for additional resources for emergency services and disaster management. Despite the forthcoming major thunderstorm, the UEFA Nations League semi-final match between Germany and Portugal is expected to proceed, although safety precautions may be necessary if the storms are severe.
