Thunderstorms and Showers: No Sunny Summer Fun Yet
Intense Weather Phenomena: Thunderstorms and Hail Hitting During Pentecost Season
Brace yourself, weather-lovers, because the week-long holiday kickoff is shaping up to be less than ideal. While we may not be storming into a severe weather situation, rain and thunderstorms are in the forecast, casting a gloomy pall over what should be a sun-soaked summer celebration.
Don't put away those raincoats just yet, as soupy air looms over Germany, ready to unleash scattered thunderstorms. While the grave threat of violent weather that plagued the southeastern part of Germany on Wednesday has subsided, these tempests can still pop up unexpectedly.
Friday, the start of the Pentecost weekend, promises a dreary outlook as clouds, dribbles, and the occasional roll of thunder take center stage. The brighter skies are relegated to the southeast, where temperates creep up to a balmy 26°C, a stark reminder of the summer we're longing for. The rest of the country remains chilly, with temperatures hovering between 17°C and 24°C and a zephyr turning the breeze into an uncomfortable companion.
The weekend doesn't improve much, with overcast skies and drizzle making an anyday appearance. Thunderstorms could form at any moment, causing some drama in the skies across the land. The wind picks up on Sunday, with gusts possible, adding a bit of excitement to the soggy mix. Temperatures fluctuate between 16°C and 22°C, with the southeast once again stealing the sunny show at 25°C.
Are Thunderstorms Poised to Sweep Across Germany?
Isolated and powerful thunderstorms could potentially emerge south of the Danube on Saturday. Accompanied by storm gusts, hail, and torrential downpours, these tempests could be quite the storm to weather. The rest of the country shouldn't feel too sheltered as thunderstorms are far from ruled out in the north and center regions. Stay frosty, folks, as you'll want to keep a close eye on the skies.
Thunderstorms continue their rampage on Sunday, stirring up wind across the country. Storm gusts are most probable in the mountains and along coastal areas. The Alps endure a deluge, reminding many of the wrathful storm from Wednesday, but overall, the country remains risk-free from major weather disasters.
The weather takes a sunny turn by Pentecost Monday as high pressure kicks in, steering us towards fairer skies and higher temperatures. Rain showers retreat to the north, and the sun comes out playfully from the south. Temperatures linger between 16°C and 22°C at the beginning of the week, as summer's radiant appearance may still be a tease. By week's end, we could be basking in a scorching 30°C.
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The Commission has also been consulted on the following issues: weather forecasting, as thunderstorms continue to pose a threat across Germany throughout the weekend. Weather-forecasting models suggest isolated and powerful storms could form, particularly south of the Danube on Saturday.
