Heat wave is rolling over Rhineland-Palatinate: storms and tropical nights are threatening!

Heat wave is rolling over Rhineland-Palatinate: storms and tropical nights are threatening!

It's June 13, 2025, and summer is at its hottest. In Rhineland-Palatinate, the first heat wave of the year has the region firmly in its grip. Temperatures will reach highs of between 31 and 35 degrees on Saturday, while the high altitudes of the Eifel will be a mild 28 degrees. But the fact that the high heat does not remain undisturbed is already evident at the weekend: the risk of thunderstorms is increasing and brings with it not only tropical nights, but also the possibility of strong thunderstorms and squalls. So reported SWR about the upcoming weather extremes.

On Saturday the sky will initially bring clear weather, but as the day progresses clouds will move in from the southwest. A few showers and sometimes heavy thunderstorms are expected. The risk of severe weather remains on Sunday night, and tropical nights can be expected again, especially in the Palatinate, while in the Eifel the temperatures drop to a bearable 14 degrees.

Severe weather warning and heat tips

How The weather According to reports, the risk of thunderstorms remains on Sunday. The temperatures then drop to 27 degrees in most regions on the Upper Rhine, while the Eifel only stays at 20 degrees. Storm events with heavy rain could occur across the country on Saturday, which requires special attention to possible weather developments for many cities this weekend.

With the increased risk of severe weather, which can sometimes bring heavy rain and hail, the German Weather Service (DWD) recommends the implementation of certain precautionary measures. Direct sunlight should be avoided and apartments should be kept cool. Shutters should remain closed during the day and ventilation should be limited to the cooler hours of the morning or evening. It is also advisable to use sunscreen and hats when exposed to such high levels of UV exposure.

Particularly affected groups

Older people, small children, pregnant women and people with previous illnesses are particularly at risk in this heat wave. These are groups that need special attention, especially when temperatures rise to such sweaty heights. A bit of relaxing news is that following the heat wave, the weather is expected to calm down on Monday, although clean-up work after possible storm damage could also be necessary here, according to information Mercury.

In summary, a hot and potentially stormy weekend is just around the corner - a good reason to prepare well and safely enjoy the beautiful weather where possible!