The Whitsun weather is expected to be quite unpredictable.
Germany's weather is experiencing a significant contrast between sunshine and flash floods, according to meteorologist Björn Alexander. Currently, the country is caught between high "Uwe" over north-eastern Europe and low "Juli" in the west, creating a small and intense line of weather and thunderstorms caused by low "Ildiko." This situation includes unclouded sunshine as well as flash floods. The weather in Europe and the Alpine region is also characterized by extremes, from unclouded skies to heavy rainfall.
nvtl.de: Why is Germany's weather so extreme, fluctuating between drought and storms?
Björn Alexander: Germany is experiencing a stark contrast in weather due to two low-pressure systems. The lows from the west are affecting Milan and other regions, with severe storms and flooding occurring there.
How much rain fell in Milan?
Around 90 liters per square meter fell during the night on Wednesday. An additional 35 liters fell during the day, followed by a total of 20 liters per square meter, meaning Milan received over 100 liters of rain. The situation in the Italian fashion capital will remain volatile until Friday.
What should we expect for Germany?
Despite the summery weather in the north-east and east, the risk of forest fires is at its highest level 5. However, the volatile weather will eventually subside over Whitsun.
Can we expect any issues with the summer mood as well?
Perhaps, but temperatures will still be high, typically between 18 to almost 25 degrees. However, people should be aware that thunderstorms during Whitsun could be severe, so they should keep an eye on weather maps for outdoor activities.
What is the intensity of the short-term weather events?
Thunderstorms could produce heavy and continuous rainfall of 20 to 40 liters per square meter within a short time. More intense thunderstorms with 60 to 100 liters per square meter are also possible, accompanied by lightning strikes, small to medium hail, and gusts of wind that can cause wind breakage on heavily leafy trees.
What are the trends for Whitsun?
The thunderstorm-laden air will spread further to the north and north-east, but it is unclear if it will rain all the way to the coasts.
What can we expect for the long weekend?
On Friday, the north-east will experience plenty of sunshine and a brisk to gale-force wind, while the far south will have more sunshine combined with isolated thunderstorms. The rest of the country will be gray and sometimes very wet and thundery, with temperatures ranging from 14 to 26 degrees.
How about Saturday?
Clouds and thundery downpours will dominate in the west, while the rest of the country will see a balance between sunshine and local showers. Temperatures will be between 15 and 23 degrees.
What about on Whit Sunday?
The weather will remain mixed with some sunshine, showers, and local thunderstorms. There will be more sunshine in the northern lights and on the North Sea, and temperatures will be between 18 and 24 degrees.
What will happen after Whitsun?
The weather models are uncertain about the upcoming weather. One possibility is that the pleasant early summer weather will return, while another variant suggests a low-pressure system that could bring showers and thunderstorms from the Mediterranean, especially in the southern half of the country, with the north also at risk. The forecast for June is currently undecided, but the summer will likely bring temperatures of 18 to 26 degrees.
Read also:
- Floods: water levels remain critical in many places
- Snow chaos further restricts Bavaria
- Continuous operation in the flood areas
- Flood situation remains tense in many places
- The unpredictable Whitsun weather in Europe has also led to an increased risk of forest fires, as shown in international weather reports.
- Despite the ongoing storms and heavy rainfalls, some regions are still experiencing extreme Sunshine, leading to dangerous conditions for forest fires.
- The International Meteorological Organization has warned that the combination of Sun, Storm, and extreme weather conditions could exacerbate the ongoing forest fire situation in several European countries.
Source: www.ntv.de
