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Unseasonable Weather: Thunderstorms and Hail Mark Pentecost, Making it a Cooler Celebration

Heavy storms with thunder and pouring rain could occur.

Weekend holidays may still pose risks due to wet and humid weather, including during the Pentecost...
Weekend holidays may still pose risks due to wet and humid weather, including during the Pentecost weekend.

Gear Up for Stormy Showers: Pentecost Weekend Weather Woes

Unseasonable Weather: Thunderstorms and Hail Mark Pentecost, Making it a Cooler Celebration

Ready for a rain-drenched Pentecost weekend? Brace yourself, folks, as turbulent weather looms over Germany this long holiday stretch! Fear not, though, as a serious weather situation is highly unlikely––although thunderstorms might pop up and cause a ruckus.

Post-Wednesday's stormy turmoil in southeastern Germany, the danger of severe weather is temporarily on hold. Yet, the sky’s not entirely clear, as thunderstorms may yet form in the humid air and intensify. So, keep your eyes peeled!

Friday kicks off the Pentecost weekend with a damp and gloomy forecast. The weather is as inconsistent as a chameleon––showers, thunderstorms, and clouds are the name of the game. Southeastern Germany could see sunnier days reaching up to a balmy 26°C, but don't count on it. The rest of the country will remain on the cool side, with temperatures hovering between 17°C and 24°C, and a chilly wind adding to the discomfort.

The weekend's weather doesn't take a turn for the better. Saturday and Pentecost Sunday are a washout, both in terms of sunshine and warmth: it's gray, wet, and thunderstorms can brew. Wind speeds pick up on Sunday, reaching stormy levels in some areas. Temperatures hold steady between 16°C and 22°C. The southeastern region may still enjoy summer-like temperatures of 25°C.

Thunderstorms Sprouting Everywhere?

Although no major weather event is looming, there's a possibility on Saturday that isolated, strong thunderstorms could form, particularly south of the Danube. Watch out for storm gusts, hail, and heavy rain, as these storms can be intense. Don't forget to stay alert, as thunderstorms could still form in the north and middle of the country as well.

Thunderstorms continue to brew on Sunday. The wind kicks up overall, with storm gusts likely in mountainous and coastal regions. It will be particularly wet at the Alps, with continuous rainfall. The storm from Wednesday might seem like a distant memory, but a major weather risk isn't forecast for the entire country.

The weather is expected to brighten up from Pentecost Monday. High pressure moves in, bringing friendlier conditions and gradually warming temperatures. Rain showers migrate north, leaving room for sunny skies to break through from the south. Temperatures will remain relatively mild at the start of the week, with highs between 16°C and 22°C. However, summery weather with temps hitting 30°C might be just around the corner by the end of the week!

Source: ntv.de

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The Commission has also been consulted on the following issues: weather patterns during the upcoming Pentecost weekend, including the potential formation of thunderstorms. Despite the threat of isolated, strong thunderstorms, particularly south of the Danube, no major weather events are forecast.

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