St. Martin’s Day brings record-breaking warmth across Europe this week
St. Martin's Day, celebrated on November 11, is associated with numerous weather proverbs and this year promises unusually warm weather today. The day, honouring St. Martin of Tours, is traditionally marked by lantern processions and songs in German-speaking countries.
Weather forecasts indicate a stable high-pressure system from Tuesday to Friday. Clear, sunny skies on St. Martin's Day suggest a stable large-scale weather pattern. Temperatures could climb even higher, potentially reaching record levels in some areas.
The 'St. Martin’s summer', a mild, often sunny late-autumn period, is expected. Föhn and southwesterly winds could push today's weather in lowland areas up to 20°C (68°F) in places. Very mild mountain conditions are anticipated, especially on Thursday and Friday, with particularly mild conditions in the Alps, including Bavaria, Tirol, the Schwarzwald, and the Swiss Mittelland. However, current forecast models predict a shift in conditions over the weekend.
St. Martin's Day this year brings a surprising late-autumn warmth, with temperatures potentially reaching record levels. Traditionally celebrated with lantern processions and songs, the day also signals a shift in weather patterns ahead.
