Winter Weather for Rosenmontag in Hesse - Northern Hesse's 2026 carnival hit by snow, rain and freezing winds
The 2026 carnival season in northern Hesse is set to face harsh winter weather. Forecasters warn of heavy rain, snow and icy winds on Rose Monday, making celebrations far colder and wetter than usual. Conditions will remain unsettled into Tuesday and Ash Wednesday, with temperatures struggling to rise above freezing in places.
Rose Monday will bring a mix of snow and rain across northern Hesse. Accumulations of one to three centimetres are expected, while temperatures hover between three and six degrees. A brisk southwesterly wind will make it feel even colder.
Overnight into Tuesday, readings will fall further, reaching as low as zero degrees. Icy patches are likely on untreated roads and pavements. Tuesday itself stays cloudy, with additional showers moving through the region.
Ash Wednesday offers little improvement. Skies will stay changeable, and scattered snow flurries may linger in some areas. The unseasonably stormy and wet conditions mark a sharp contrast to milder carnival weather in previous years.
The forecast confirms a bleak start to the 2026 carnival period. Snow, rain and near-freezing temperatures will dominate Rose Monday, followed by icy nights and further showers. Residents and revellers should prepare for difficult travel and outdoor conditions throughout the week.
