Unfiltered Forecast: Stormy Weather Ahead in Germany - DWD Warns of Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain, and Hail
Potential storms, thunderstorms, and hail predicted; view maps displaying areas at risk of severe weather - Storm Alert Issued by DWD: Potential for Heavy Rain, Thunder, and Hail – Check Maps for Stormy Regions Ahead
Brace yourself, Germany! June starts off turbulent, especially in certain parts of the country. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued a stern warning about severe weather, including thunderstorms, storms, and rainfall in their latest forecast.
The chilly front of a low-pressure system hovering west of Norway is making its slow way south-east. Though it brings slightly milder air to us, parts of the south remain warm and humid. The south, along with Saxony, can expect thunderstorms in the morning and afternoon, potentially dumping up to 15 liters per square meter in an hour.
Hail, strong winds, and gusts predicted
As the day progresses, the DWD anticipates a series of significant thunderstorms in the south, sections of the east, and the southern center. Be prepared for heavy rainfall amounts of up to 20 liters per square meter in a short time, small hail, and gusts reaching 70 km/h (Bft 8 to 9). In the extreme south, heavy rainfall of up to 30 liters per square meter, larger hail, and gusts as high as 80 km/h (Bft 9) are apparently not out of the question. The north will also experience short thunderstorms with small hail and winds of up to 65 km/h (Bft 8).
The remainder of the country will mostly be cloudy, interspersed with individual showers and thunderstorms in the east and north. Otherwise, it's expected to be dry. The northwest regions will top out at temperatures of 17 to 20 degrees, while the rest of the country will see temperatures ranging from 21 to 24 degrees. Light to moderate west to northwest wind will prevail.
Check out the maps below for real-time updates on the current weather situation:
Map 1: Watch the severe weather unfold live
The interactive map below provides real-time updates on the weather. Scroll below the graph to access the forecast for later times. Change the displayed layer by clicking the top right corner, for example, to thunderstorms, rain, or snow.
Map 2: Track the wind and storm speeds
The map above shows the expected locations of the fastest wind gusts of the day.
Map 3: Today's maximum temperatures
The chart below displays the expected maximum temperatures for today.
Map 4: Real-time precipitation and 48-hour forecast
The map above offers real-time updates on precipitation and a 48-hour forecast.
Map 5: Thunderstorm warnings
The map above communicates thunderstorm warnings issued by the DWD for today. Areas with thunderstorm warnings are colored red, while no color denotes no warnings.
Some of the maps used are courtesy of wetter.de, a weather portal associated with RTL Germany, like Stern. Additionally, maps from Windy.com have been embedded. These maps rely on data from the "European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts" for their displays and predictions.[1][2][3]
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[1] https://www.dwd.de/DE/leitung/medien/pressemitteilungen/pressemitteilungen2022/pressemitteilungen_20220419.html[2] https://www.theweathernetwork.com/ca/weather/germany/deutschland/dwd-epc-european-rainfall-radar[3] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_Weather_Service
In light of the stormy weather predicted, it's crucial for the community to be vigilant about the environment and prepare for potential weather hazards such as thunderstorms, heavy rain, hail, gusty winds, and even large hail in certain areas of Germany. The DWD's weather-forecasting system has alerted residents of severe weather conditions, particularly in the south, east, and southern center, where heavy rainfall, strong winds, and hail are expected.
