Heat wave: Hanover expects tropical temperatures up to 39 degrees!

Heat wave: Hanover expects tropical temperatures up to 39 degrees!

The heat wave is noticeable in Hanover, and it will be really hot for the coming days. The German Weather Service (DWD) predicts that the temperatures will reach up to 39 degrees on Wednesday. It is a real challenge for the residents, because not only the unbearable heat, but also the risk of forest and surface fires in the entire Lower Saxony increases significantly. The warning level 4 out of 5 applies in particular to the district of Celle and will be pronounced on Tuesday and Wednesday .

As early as Monday, temperatures around 27 degrees are expected, some clouds adorn the sky. In the night of Tuesday, it cools down to around 14 to 16 degrees, but the hoped -for relaxation only briefly relieves relief, because Tuesday is already very warm with temperatures around 34 degrees and a strong heat load. An outlook for the night of Wednesday shows us tropical nights, in which the temperatures do not fall below 20 degrees .

The city of Hanover is particularly affected, and the current forecasts show that the temperatures will be very popular, especially in the city center. A high name "standards" brings warm air directly from the Mediterranean into the region. While districts such as the cunning and the southern city are particularly affected by the heat, there are also strategic places that can offer more cooling. The city's climate map shows where there are heat hotspots and where cooling places can be found. Especially in the area around the Maschsee and the Eilenriede you can snap some fresh air, as these areas are best able to attract cool air .

The urban structures, however, favor a "heat island" situation, especially in densely built-up districts. The heat builds up here due to a lack of air exchange, which makes the situation uncomfortable for many residents. Many in Hanover are aware that the heat wave is tightened by climate change, and a comprehensive heat protection concept is missing so far. A targeted analysis could help actively act against these heat periods and to secure the quality of life in the city

In the night of Thursday, local heating streak could finally loosen the oppressive heat and lower the temperatures to about 25 degrees. But the health risks, especially for older people and people with existing health problems, remain a serious topic that a lot worry about. It is to be hoped that everyone will find a shady place and that this heat wave will survive.