Brace Yourself for Cold and Snow in North Rhine-Westphalia
Get ready to shiver as North Rhine-Westphalia prepares for a chilly start to the week, according to the German Weather Service (DWD). On Monday, expect cloudy skies transforming into snow showers from the west around midday. However, the westernmost parts will transition into rain by evening.
DWD forecasts high temperatures of 4°C in the west and 1°C in the east on Monday, with light winds and the potential for strong gusts at higher altitudes. On Tuesday, the sky will remain overcast, accompanied by intermittent rain, resulting in somewhat milder temperatures of 6°C in the west and 4°C in the east. Ridge locations will hover around 0°C. Winds will remain weak.
Embrace the chill on Wednesday as the weather remains less than favorable, with occasional rain showers and the possibility of sleet at high altitudes. Temperatures will remain similar, but the mountains will experience a slight warmth with highs of 2°C. Expect light to moderate winds.
Don't fret if you're a mountain lover; the DWD predicts unfavorable conditions for you as well, with continuous rain and the possibility of sleet at higher altitudes, as temperatures linger around freezing points.
Insights
While the chilly conditions are inevitable, keep an eye out for changes in precipitation type, especially in the western and mountainous regions of North Rhine-Westphalia. Rain may transform into sleet, signifying colder temperatures, even during this weather transition period.
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Current Weather and Forecast
Bornheim (Rheinland): - Current Weather: 32°F, overcast, feels like 28°F. Wind speed is 3 mph from the East[2]. - Forecast: - Friday: Temperature 34°F to 29°F, light snow, overcast. Feels like 34°F to 25°F[2]. - Saturday: Temperature 29°F to 30°F, mostly sunny. Feels like 25°F to 26°F[2]. - Sunday: Temperature 30°F to 38°F, cloudy. Feels like 26°F to 35°F[2].
Königswinter: - Current Weather: 31°F, low clouds, feels like 28°F. Wind speed is 3 mph from the Northeast[5]. - Forecast: - Friday: Temperature 39°F to 34°F, sprinkles, overcast. Feels like 39°F to 31°F[5]. - Saturday: Temperature 34°F to 29°F, light snow, overcast. Feels like 31°F to 26°F[5]. - Sunday: Temperature 29°F to 38°F, light mixture of precip, mostly cloudy. Feels like 26°F to 35°F[5].
General Weather Trends
- Precipitation: Light snow and sprinkles are expected in various locations, with the highest probability of precipitation on Friday in Bornheim and Saturday in Königswinter[2][5].
- Wind Conditions: Wind speeds are generally light, ranging from 2 to 5 mph, with directions mostly from the East and Southeast[2][5].
- Temperature: Temperatures will fluctuate between 26°F and 39°F, with the highest temperatures expected on Friday in Königswinter and Sunday in Bornheim[2][5].
Nearby Stations
- Aachen-Orsbach: Current temperature is 32°F, overcast. Wind speed is 3 mph from the East[2].
- Köln / Bonn: Current temperature is 33°F, cloudy. Wind speed is 4 mph from the North[5].
- Noervenich: Current temperature is 29°F, foggy. Wind speed is 4 mph from the North[5].
- Nuerburg-Barweiler: Current temperature is 31°F, low clouds. Wind speed is not specified[5].
This summary offers a comprehensive overview of the expected weather conditions in North Rhine-Westphalia for the upcoming days, including temperatures, precipitation, and wind conditions.
