July predominantly drenched with persistent rainfall. - July predominantly unfolds in water
July 2021 brought an unexpected turn of events for holidaymakers in Thuringia, Germany. According to data from the German Weather Service (DWD), the month was marked by significant increases in rainfall and a decrease in sunshine hours, making it a challenging time for outdoor activities.
On average, 93 liters per square meter of rain fell in July, a 50% increase from the usual rainfall quota of 63 liters per square meter. This excessive rainfall ended an approximately six-month dry spell, with low-pressure systems settling over Central Europe for extended periods responsible for the positive rainfall balance.
Despite the increased rainfall, the total hours of sunshine in July were 179, which is less than the long-term average of 205 hours from 1961 to 1990. This sunshine deficit, preliminarily reported by the DWD, further contributed to the unfavourable weather conditions.
The rainfall in July also helped combat the larger forest fire on the Saalfelder Height, demonstrating a silver lining to the otherwise challenging weather conditions.
In terms of temperature, the state of Thuringia experienced a warm start to July, with the warmest day of the month on July 2nd, reaching a high of 37.9 degrees Celsius in Artern. However, Thuringia was the third coolest federal state in July, after Bavaria and Saxony.
The city of Offenbach was not mentioned in the provided data, but the most rain in the state of Thuringia fell in Langenwetzendorf in eastern Thuringia, with 136.1 liters per square meter recorded there during the month.
While the DWD has yet to release a detailed analysis of the July 2021 weather in Thuringia, the recurring references to dams and flood protection in the region suggest possible flooding or high water levels during wet periods, which align with a "washout" scenario for holidaymakers.
In conclusion, July 2021 proved to be a challenging month for holidaymakers in Thuringia, with excessive rainfall, insufficient sunshine, and potentially unfavourable weather conditions. As the DWD continues to release more detailed data, a clearer picture of the month's weather patterns will emerge, providing valuable insights for future planning and preparation.
- The Commission, which has been consulted on various issues, may also provide insights regarding the impact of abnormal weather patterns and weather-forecasting during the unpredictable July 2021 in Thuringia, Germany.
- The excessive rainfall throughout July served not only to satiate water reservoirs, thus aiding in the management of larger forest fires, but could potentially have contributed toward flooding or high water levels in the region, as suggested by repeated mentions of dams and flood protection infrastructure.
