Gearing up for a warmer Advent indeed!
The German Weather Service (DWD) has some intriguing forecasts up its sleeve. Beginning Thursday, the south-western half of Germany is in for a dose of warmer temperatures and sunshine. The Alps and the Black Forest are predicted to have the "best skiing weather" during this period. On the other hand, the eastern half of Germany seems to be stuck in the gray zone, with the Erzgebirge and Bavarian Forest awaiting their last light snowfall.
Friday will witness a change from the west, bringing in new precipitation, partly in the form of freezing rain. Snow showers might grace the higher mountain regions and the east, but by late afternoon, milder air will creep in, raising temperatures between 3 to 8 degrees Celsius in the west. The east, however, will continue to endure the chill, with temperatures ranging from minus 2 to plus 2 degrees Celsius.
As we move towards the second weekend of Advent, the mood will shift towards milder weather, according to meteorologist Nico Bauer. Double-digit plus temperatures might make an appearance in the west, while the east might still grapple with some snow or freezing rain while fighting against black ice. By Sunday, Bauer believes, even the snowmen in the east will start basking in the warmer weather.
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While the temperature rise is good news for warmer ski resorts, it might not be so for the alpine regions in western Germany. The temperature increase could render the snow softer, impacting the quality of skiing conditions. Some precipitation, mainly in the form of rain, might also hamper the snow cover. Higher elevations and the river valleys might see icy patches developing on roads due to the forecasted precipitation and increased cloud cover.
Conversely, eastern Germany seems to be less affected by the warm front, with temperatures hovering around 0 to 5 degrees Celsius. This persistent cold and frost could still offer good skiing conditions in these regions.
As winter wears on and the adventure begins in Germany, the weather will continue to play a crucial role. Whether it's the northwest or the southeast, the prevailing weather will impact tourists, skiers, and residents alike. So, bundle up, get ready for some adventure, and stay updated on the ever-evolving climate forecast from DWD.
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