- Hot start to the week - New storms threaten
The new week will be hot: The German Weather Service (DWD) expects temperatures above 30 degrees. However, new thunderstorms** could end the summer weather towards the middle of the week.
On Monday, "southwest of a line from Münsterland to the Erzgebirge, peak temperatures between 30 and 34, and even up to 36 degrees are expected along the Saar and Rhine," said meteorologist Jacqueline Kernn from the DWD. Cooling can only be found directly at the coasts, where temperatures will range between 23 and 27 degrees. The sun will shine almost all day - increasing UV exposure. "Those who spend a long time outdoors should think about suitable sun protection."
Tropical nights are possible
There will be little cooling at night as well. Especially in urban areas, temperatures will not drop below 20 degrees. "The insufficient cooling at night leads to poor sleep and insufficient regeneration. The strain from heat increases," explained Kernn.
Tuesday will start sunny and could be the warmest day of the year so far: peak temperatures between 30 and 38 degrees are possible, according to the meteorologist.
Thunderstorm risk increases
With increasing low-pressure influence in the new week, the air will become more humid and the feeling of mugginess will increase, as will the risk of thunderstorms. The focus will initially be on the south and west, and on the mountainous regions.
On Tuesday, thunderstorms are possible in the entire southwestern half of Germany. "These could be severe due to the high moisture content of the air and bring heavy rain."
Wednesday will start friendly, with showers and occasionally strong thunderstorms with severe potential in the afternoon. In the northeast and towards the Oder/Neiße, it will remain dry. It will be humid and hot with 28 to 33 degrees, slightly cooler by the sea.
The hot weather continues, with temperatures predicted to remain above 30 degrees, as mentioned by the German Weather Service. However, the risk of thunderstorms increases, especially in the south and west, potentially bringing heavy rain and causing severe weather conditions.
