Scant sunlight prevails in the northern region during the month of July - Northward, July witnessing sunsets appearing dark
Germany's Northern States Experience Unusual Weather in July 2021
Last summer, Schleswig-Holstein and Lower Saxony, two northern states in Germany, experienced unusual weather conditions. According to data from the German Weather Service (DWD), Schleswig-Holstein had fewer sunshine hours than its long-term average, and the precipitation was significantly higher.
In July 2021, the sun shone for 167 hours in Schleswig-Holstein, which is lower than the long-term average of 210 hours. This means that the state received less sunlight than it usually does during this month. The lows Isaac and Karlheinz caused regional precipitation of 40 to 60 liters per square meter, and locally more than 70 liters per square meter in 24 to 36 hours. As a result, Schleswig-Holstein received a total of 138 liters per square meter of precipitation in July, which is 72 percent higher than the reference value of 80 liters per square meter.
The DWD based its evaluation on data from approximately 2,000 measuring stations across Germany. Initial evaluations suggest that Schleswig-Holstein and Lower Saxony had the second least number of sunshine hours in July compared to other states. In comparison, Bavaria and Baden-Württemberg had more sunshine hours than Schleswig-Holstein.
The average monthly temperature in Schleswig-Holstein was 18.3 degrees Celsius, which is 2 degrees more than the long-term average (16.3 degrees Celsius). However, the often dense cloud cover may have contributed to the lower sunshine hours.
If you're interested in learning more about the typical climate characteristics for these states or accessing the DWD archives for exact data, feel free to ask! The DWD is the official authority for weather and climate data in Germany and publishes monthly reports and climate summaries, including sunshine duration and precipitation by region. You can consult the DWD's Climate Data Center (CDC) website or their monthly climate reports ("Monatsbericht") for more information.
Due to the unusual weather experienced in Schleswig-Holstein last July, it is important for policymakers to consider the potential impact on employment, especially in sectors such as agriculture and tourism. Additionally, advancements in weather forecasting could provide valuable insights to help mitigate these weather-related challenges in the future.
