Thunderstorms and torrential rain predicted for eastern Germany on Tuesday.
After a prolonged heatwave that brought temperatures close to 40°C (104°F) in many parts of Germany, a shift in weather is expected for the second half of the week. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued severe weather warnings for eastern Germany, with storms, heavy rain, and severe winds anticipated to affect isolated areas in the region.
The forecast predicts that eastern Germany will transition from extreme heat conditions to a period marked by stormy weather and cooler temperatures. On Wednesday, the maximum temperatures will range from 18 to 23 degrees Celsius, a significant drop from the scorching heat of recent days. However, the west and northwest of Germany will see rain from the morning, with the east of Germany experiencing sunshine initially before the severe thunderstorms set in.
Meteorologist Thore Hansen from DWD predicts that the unsettled weather with rain, showers, and thunderstorms will continue into Wednesday. He also warns of large hail during the severe thunderstorms in eastern Germany. The specific regions likely to be affected include Thuringia, southern Saxony-Anhalt and Brandenburg, and the Free State of Saxony.
Local heavy downpours are expected during the severe thunderstorms, and the cooler Atlantic front may bring heavy thunderstorms, especially in eastern Germany. This shift follows a prolonged period of hot, dry weather, which has increased the risks of forest fires and low river water levels affecting navigation.
Unfortunately, a stable weather pattern is not expected for the second half of the week. Temperatures are expected to rise again in the second half of the week, with the highest temperatures in the south of eastern Germany reaching up to 28 degrees Celsius.
For those in western Germany, the weather warnings issued earlier in July still apply, with rain expected to continue from the morning into Wednesday.
In summary, eastern Germany is bracing for a period of stormy weather and cooler temperatures for the remainder of the week, with potential severe winds and heavy rain in isolated spots. It is advisable for residents to stay informed and prepared for any weather-related disruptions.
- The weather forecast predicts a drastic shift for eastern Germany, transitioning from the recent extreme heat conditions to a stormy period characterized by cooler temperatures, heavy rain, and severe winds.
- Meteorologist Thore Hansen has warned that large hail and severe thunderstorms are anticipated during this stormy period, particularly in Thuringia, southern Saxony-Anhalt and Brandenburg, and the Free State of Saxony.
