Storm - From late Saturday evening: thunderstorms move across NRW
Heavy thunderstorms with strong rain and hail up to two centimeters in diameter, as well as gusty winds reaching up to 100 kilometers per hour, are expected according to the German Weather Service (DWD) over parts of North Rhine-Westphalia starting from late Saturday evening. It is unclear exactly when and how strongly Dortmund will be affected. The EM-quarterfinal match between Germany and Denmark is scheduled to be kicked off in Dortmund on Saturday evening at 21.00 hours.
According to the forecasts, local areas in NRW could experience rainfall amounts of up to 100 liters per square meter within a short time. In addition, hailstones up to two centimeters in size could fall from the sky and wind gusts could reach up to 100 kilometers per hour.
The forecast suggests that the storms could reach Dortmund in the late evening hours or after midnight. Several tens of thousands of people are expected in the fan zones in Westfalenpark and at Friedensplatz, while over 60,000 spectators are expected in the stadium.
After the storms have passed through the night, people in NRW can expect a Sunday with showery and at times heavy rain and temperatures between 18 and 22 degrees, according to DWD. The forecast for the start of the week calls for overcast skies with rain showers.
DWD forecast
The German Weather Service (DWD) predicts a squall in North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW), potentially affecting Dortmund. This weather event could ruin the EM-quarterfinal match between Germany and Denmark, scheduled in Dortmund. The German fans in Westfalenpark, Friedensplatz, and the stadium might endure heavy rain and strong winds, similar to what Denmark might experience in their home country, known for its thunderstorms.
