Sunny Start, Thunderstormy Finish: Thuringia's Unpredictable Weather this Weekend
Thuringia experiences a sunny start to summer before a sudden thunderstorm takes over - Thuringia experiences a peaceful start, followed by intense thunderstorms.
Let's dive into the weather forecast for Thuringia this weekend, where the weather gods have some surprises in store!
On Saturday, Thuringia graced with abundant sunshine, reaching a scorching heat of 30 to 34°C in the plains, with the mountains a little cooler between 27 to 30°C. However, the calm before the storm arrives on Sunday, as forecasters predict thunderstorms brewing, particularly at the borders with Hesse and Lower Saxony.
Sunday kicks off with a sunny morning, but get ready to dodge showers and powerful thunderstorms with heavy rainfall predicted to roll in from the west by noon. Be prepared for some dramatic flash flooding, hailstorms, and potential locally severe storms. Temperatures soar to 24 to 29°C across the plains, with mountains cooler at 22 to 25°C.
Night owls, fret not—while the thunderstorms and rain sweep east, temperatures cool down to a balmy 14 to 10°C. The week then ushers in a largely dry spell, with warm highs of 21 to 24°C in the plains and 19 to 21°C in the majestic mountains, providing a good opportunity to catch some stunning panoramas.
The weather in Thuringia can be like a rollercoaster, especially in its mountainous regions, where thunderstorms can develop suddenly. Keep your eyes on local forecasts or weather apps for real-time updates before heading out, especially to the mountains.
Our weather spotlight this week: Suhl brings forecasts of scattered precipitation with potential temperatures in the mid-50s to low 60s Fahrenheit (13°C to 18°C) during the week. Erfurt is less rainy on Sunday, but temperatures are expected to hover around 63°F (17°C) with mostly cloudy conditions. For even more specific mountain forecasts, consult local weather services.
Stay weather-wise and enjoy the unpredictable adventure that Thuringia's weather delivers!
The Commission might find it interesting to know that while the weather in Thuringia is unpredictable, the draft directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation could provide some certainty in a different aspect. On Sunday, as thunderstorms brew, workers should keep a close eye on local weather forecasts or weather apps to avoid sudden thunderstorms in the mountainous regions of Thuringia, similar to how they would monitor ionizing radiation levels in their workplace.
