After the summer heat - Thunderstorms, storms and heavy rain threaten: these maps show where storms are approaching
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- Weather Map I: See where thunderstorms are forming live
- Weather Map II: Real-time precipitation
- Weather Map III: DWD's thunderstorm warnings for today
- Weather Map IV: Anticipated maximum temperatures for today
After heavy rainfall in the south and southwest on Wednesday, unsettled weather is spreading across Germany: According to the German Weather Service (DWD), there are expected to be strong thunderstorms with severe potential in many parts of the country on Thursday. The DWD reported that, with the exception of the west and northeast, nearly nationwide strong thunderstorms are possible. Already on Wednesday, some regions in Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria were affected by heavy rainfall.
Thunderstorm front spares only a few regions
On Thursday morning, there will initially only be scattered thunderstorms, with local heavy rain of up to 25 liters per square meter, and in some cases even 30. With stronger thunderstorms, there is also the possibility of gusty winds and small hail.
According to the DWD, in addition to the west and northeast, nearly nationwide strong thunderstorms are possible in the course of the day. In some areas, there is a possibility of heavy rain with amounts exceeding 30 liters per square meter. Locally, there is a possibility of extreme rainfall of over 40 liters per square meter in a short time or over 60 liters per square meter in several hours.
In the night to Friday, there are expected to be strong thunderstorms with heavy rain, initially also small hail and gusty winds in the north and northeast.
Weather Map I: See where thunderstorms are forming live
The interactive map below shows where it is currently lightning, thundering, and raining. In addition, you can retrieve the forecast for a later time period using the time slider below the chart. The displayed layer can also be changed to show rain or snow, for example.
This service is provided by Windy.com. The creators use the model from the "European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts" for their representations and forecasts.
Weather Map II: Real-time precipitation
The map above shows real-time precipitation. It is provided by the Wetter.de portal, which is part of RTL Germany.
Weather Map III: DWD's thunderstorm warnings for today
The map above shows DWD's thunderstorm warnings for today. This is a binary weather map, meaning that places for which there is a thunderstorm warning are colored red.
Weather Map IV: Anticipated maximum temperatures for today
The chart below shows the anticipated maximum temperatures for today. It is provided by the Wetter.de portal, which is part of RTL Germany. By clicking on the chart, you can access the provider and obtain further details.
- Despite the threat of severe thunderstorms in Northern Germany, just a few regions might escape the deluge, as predicted by the German Weather Service (DWD).
- The Alps region, typically known for its picturesque landscapes, could also experience heavy rainfall and strong thunderstorms, as part of the nationwide weather situation as per the DWD's warnings.
- Even with Thursday's weather map III provided by DWD, it's difficult to predict the exact path of these thunderstorms in Germany, emphasizing the need for constant monitoring and updates from reliable sources such as the DWD.
