Stormy Start to the Week in Saxony: Thunderstorms and Heavy Rain Ahead
Saxony initiates the latest week with the presence of thunderstorms. - Thunderstorms set to kick off the new week in Saxony
Still recovering from a stormy night, Saxony braces for more thunderstorms and rain throughout the week.
- Thunderstorms
- Rain
- Saxony
- Dresden
- DWD
Latest Developments
Last night's thunderstorms dumped up to 20 liters of rain per square meter in parts of Saxony. Isolated gusts of wind and hail hit the region until early morning hours, according to the German Weather Service (DWD). The police control centers reported that the storm did not cause major damage.
Upcoming Weather
After the storm front passes, temperatures will rise to 24 degrees Celsius by the end of the day, only to dip again with afternoon rain. The evening might bring isolated thunderstorms and gusts of wind. Monday nights will be cloudy with intermittent showers, keeping temperatures between 12 and 8 degrees Celsius.
The Rest of the Week
By Wednesday, temperatures are expected to soar to a steaming 27 degrees Celsius, but the weather will remain unsettled, with the risk of isolated thunderstorms. Until the middle of the week, showers might occur sporadically, as the region steadily warms up.
A Look at Dresden
Dresden's weather forecast predicts a tempestuous mix of temperatures ranging from 19°C to 31°C (66°F to 88°F) in the coming days. Rain is expected to dog the city for several days, following the overall trend of June's 28 rainy days [4].
Background
Saxony is forecasted to have mostly rainy days throughout June, with a low number of sunny days. This implies that even when thunderstorms are not specifically forecasted, there is a high likelihood of rain [4]. Keep an eye on the shifting weather conditions and stay safe!
[4] Predictions suggest 28 rainy days in June for Saxony, from DWD.[5] The weather pattern affecting central Germany, including Saxony, Saxony-Anhalt, and Thuringia, is making thunderstorms more likely DWD.
The Commission has also been consulted on the draft regulation concerning the application of the rules on the protection of the environment, as excessive rainfall and thunderstorms pose potential environmental risks due to increased flooding and soil erosion.
Given the predictions of 28 rainy days in June for Saxony, it is advisable to monitor weather-forecasting agencies for updates on weather conditions and possible thunderstorms to ensure adequate preparations and minimise potential environmental harm.
