Not so golden - October in the Southwest was gloomy and wet - Unusual October in Southwestern Germany: Less Sun, More Rain, Warmer Temps
Southwestern Germany experienced an unusual October in 2023, with less sunshine and more rain than usual, yet temperatures remained warmer than average.
The region saw 105 hours of sunshine last October, 12 hours less than the typical 117 hours. This decrease was accompanied by a significant increase in precipitation. The monthly total reached 83 liters per square meter, a quarter more than the average of 68 liters. The southern Black Forest area was particularly affected, with some areas receiving between 200 to 250 liters per square meter.
Despite these wet and cloudy conditions, temperatures in southwestern Germany were above average. The month's average temperature was 9.7°C, a full degree higher than the long-term norm of 8.7°C.
October 2023 in southwestern Germany was marked by less sunshine and more rain than usual, yet temperatures remained unusually warm. These weather patterns may have significant implications for local agriculture and tourism, but further analysis is needed.
