After a period of cooler temperatures, Germany is preparing for a significant change in the weather. A high pressure system is forming over Western Europe and is expected to bring hot air from the southwest of the continent, raising thermometric levels over the weekend.
Turn to summer on the weekend
The hot air mass begins to influence the country from Sunday. While the north is expected to record between 20 and 25 degrees Celsius in most areas, the south and southwest could see highs between 25 and 30 degrees. In some regions, such as along the Rhine and parts of Franconia, temperatures can exceed 30 degrees.
Regional division marks the climate picture
The contrast between north and south is expected to persist at the beginning of next week. The north remains a little milder, with more moderate temperatures. The south and southwest face much hotter and sunnier conditions, with dry weather on most days.
High pressure ensures sunshine and stability
The high pressure system is mainly responsible for this heating. It expands over Germany and favors sunny, dry days. Only on Wednesday is there a chance of isolated rain showers or thunderstorms, but the pattern should quickly return to stable weather.
Summer trend is confirmed in the medium term
Forecasts for the next few days reinforce the typical summer pattern, with hot air coming from the southwest and little rain. Models indicate that high pressure could settle over Germany or slightly to the east, keeping the heat in. Monthly forecasts still point to a hot and dry June overall, although with a greater risk of storms later.
Main points of the forecast
- Temperatures rise sharply from the weekend
- Sunday can register up to 30°C in southern parts
- South and southwest concentrate the biggest heat marks
- North is milder in comparison
- After possible isolated rain on Wednesday, dry and hot weather returns