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Storm and snow in Bavaria: A weekend of extreme weather!
Stormy weather in Bavaria: snow, rain and thunderstorms expected. Beware of gale-force gusts and weather warnings.
Storm and snow in Bavaria: A weekend of extreme weather!
Last weekend, stormy weather greeted Bavaria, with the elements showing their most varied side. Sunday brought a wild mix of rain, snow, clouds and sunshine. The wintry weather was particularly noticeable at higher altitudes, while temperatures in the lowlands remained somewhat milder. The rain came on Monday night, while further snow is forecast for the mountainous regions. The snowfall limit will rise to around 1,500 meters in the coming days, while the peaks of the Alps will be hit by hurricane-force gusts of up to 110 km/h BR reported.
The German Weather Service (DWD) expects severe weather warnings to increase in intensity across the country. A storm called “Joshua” that will develop from Thursday will bring windy and wet and cool weather. The wind will initially become stronger, especially in the southwest half, before other regions will also be affected. It is advised to exercise caution due to the risk of falling trees and flying objects. Not only the low mountain ranges are affected, but also the North Sea coast and the Alpine peaks, where hurricane-like gusts are possible. The RND particularly pointed out the challenges for traffic, as Deutsche Bahn expects possible disruptions to long-distance traffic.
Associated weather phenomena
From Thursday it will not only be stormy, but also cool and wet. In the evening hours of Friday, the weather situation will become even more challenging in many parts of Germany. Hurricane gusts of up to 120 km/h are possible on the North Sea coast, while snowfall and thunderstorms are expected in Bavaria. The rainfall is creating complicated conditions with heavy rain and dropped temperatures that fluctuate between 7 and 13 degrees, reports World.
Another look at Friday shows that it will remain changeable at night, with temperatures fluctuating between 11 and 3 degrees. Thunderstorms and squalls are expected on Friday, especially on the North Sea coast and in the Alps. For travelers: The Fichtelberg suspension railway had to temporarily stop operating, and the Harz narrow-gauge railways also stopped train traffic on the Brocken.
The next few days
In the following days it will remain cool and unchanged. Maximum temperatures between 7 and 14 degrees are forecast for the weekend, coupled with cloudy weather and prevailing rain. Fresh snow can be expected on the mountains, while the sun could shine through at times in the lowlands. The DWD advises that you monitor the weather situation closely and be prepared for possible warnings.
Overall, the coming week will be characterized by a constant race of weather conditions. While some view the storm as an adventure, all outdoor activities should be well planned and prepared. Safety comes first – we should always pay attention to that!