Heat wave strikes: Bavaria hits 36 degrees and threatening thunderstorms!

Heat wave strikes: Bavaria hits 36 degrees and threatening thunderstorms!

The current heat wave in Bavaria brings hot temperatures and thunderstorms that have already been announced by the German Weather Service (DWD). According to Merkur Draw over northern Germany. In connection with the high pressure area Yvonne, which is located on the Spanish coast, this will lead to a stable omega location. Another hot weekend is imminent, with temperatures that will climb over the 30-degree mark in the coming days.

The predictions for the region are impressive: on Friday, maximum values ​​up to 29 degrees will be expected. On Saturday it gets really hot, especially in Lower Franconia, where the 30-degree mark is to be exceeded. On Sunday, temperatures between 31 and 36 degrees are even to be expected, accompanied by sun, but in the evening in Franconia and Swabia is replaced by some clouds. But this heat does not remain without aftermath. Thunderstorms are not excluded in the night of Monday, whereby the exact affected regions are still unclear.

severe weather warnings in Bavaria

Weather experts warn of the possible consequences of this heat wave. The DWD has already issued severe weather warnings for some regions, as wa.de . In particular, the districts of Hof, Wunsiedel in the Fichtelgebirge and Tirschenreuth have to prepare for strong thunderstorms. These can go hand in hand with heavy rain of up to 15 l/m² per hour, wind gusts of up to 60 km/h and toddler hail. There are also warnings for Passau, Deggendorf and Freyung-Grafenau.

The heat warnings for the rest of Bavaria remain for the time being. It is even afraid that the heat will continue in the northern Bavarian region by August 30, with the possibility that the thunderstorms could occur earlier. A meteorologist points out that this is the longest heat wave of 2024.

health risks and heat load

The persistent heat load can have serious health effects. The DWD releases heat warnings for dangerous heat days. hitzwarlungs.de explains that particularly sensitive people can suffer from thermal load even without official warnings. The warning criteria take into account both daily and night temperatures and their effects on health.

With the heat that awaits us in the coming days, it remains important to pay attention to your own well -being and to regularly find out about the current weather conditions. Whether in leisure time or at work - the high temperatures can quickly become a challenge. Keep yourself cool and stay informed!