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Heat week in Germany: 38 degrees and threat of thunderstorms from Thursday!
Offenbach provides information about the summer weather in Germany on August 11th, 2025, including a heat wave and upcoming thunderstorms.
Heat week in Germany: 38 degrees and threat of thunderstorms from Thursday!
A summer heat wave has Germany firmly under control. Loud daily news Temperatures rise to up to 38 degrees in some regions. There is a lot of sunshine, especially in the southern half, with highs between 25 and 32 degrees. If you like fresh air, you should open the windows on Tuesday night because the minimum temperatures drop below 15 degrees.
It gets really hot on Tuesday, with temperatures reaching between 30 and 36 degrees in places like the Upper Rhine Graben. In the far north, especially in Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania, temperatures are now falling to as low as 13 degrees. On Wednesday the heat will spread further to the northeast, with a warning glimpse of temperatures of 31 to 38 degrees, while the Perseids, massive shooting stars, will be visible in the sky on Wednesday night.
Unstable weather approaching
However, the German Weather Service (DWD) knows that showers and thunderstorms can be expected from Thursday. Heavy rainfall could begin in the afternoon, although the heat will continue until then. Short thunderstorms could occur, particularly in the west of Lower Saxony, Schleswig-Holstein and Hamburg. Highs of up to 38 degrees are expected again for Baden-Württemberg before the situation is defused somewhat by upcoming thunderstorms.
As far as long-term developments are concerned, climate change is already casting a shadow over future summers. Experts from Federal Environment Agency report that Germany is increasingly affected by heavy rain, droughts and other extreme weather events. Current reports show that there is an urgent need for action when it comes to heat stress and water shortages. The gradual increase in temperature not only promotes heat phases, but also leads to changes in local ecosystems. These changes affect agriculture and the transport of goods and pose a serious economic challenge.
A look ahead to next year
A humorous look at the coming year shows that 2025 is unlikely to be an easy weather year either. In the DWD It is noted that after a winter characterized by frost, numerous low pressure areas will ensure that we can prepare for changeable weather. During the course of the year, temperatures could even exceed 40 degrees, while the months of August and September can boast clear nights and views of the stars.
With all of these developments, it is no wonder that we have to prepare for a summer that can be quite challenging. The plants and animals in our gardens as well as the opportunities to cool off by the water should be a welcome change from the tropical temperatures for everyone. It remains to be hoped that we can get through this summer heat with a cool head!