It Gets Dangerous After 3 p.m: The Big Thunderstorm Timetable – Where It Crashes Today and When
Today, 06/22/2023 | 12:51
As the day progresses, the threat of severe thunderstorms looms over various regions in Germany. The weather forecast indicates that it will get dangerous after 3 p.m. With heavy rain, hail, and gusts of thunder reaching alarming levels, it is crucial for residents to stay informed and take necessary precautions.
From 12 p.m. to 3 p.m., thunderstorm heavy rain is expected from Cologne to Bielefeld. Additionally, Düsseldorf, Krefeld, the Münsterland, and the Ruhr area will experience heavy rainfall. In some areas, up to 60 liters of rain can be expected within a span of 6 hours, leading to potential flooding on streets and in inner cities.
The first heavy thunderstorms will form in the Black Forest, Eifel, and Palatinate Forest until 4 p.m. Hanover, Kassel, and Braunschweig will also be affected by heavy rain during this time.
The peak of the thunderstorm situation is expected to set in by 7 p.m. A loose thunderstorm line has formed along the Rhine, posing a threat to Mainz, Wiesbaden, and Frankfurt am Main. Caution is advised as heavy rain, hail, and severe gusts of thunder up to 100 km/h are possible.
Starting from 6 p.m., severe storms are anticipated in Franconia, with the possibility of supercells and tornadoes. The front will then move towards Thuringia and Saxony, reaching the Leipzig area around 8 p.m. Until 7 p.m., heavy rain will also affect Hamburg and Bremen, with isolated thunderstorms in the east and south.
Residents in the Süderbergland, southern Münsterland, Westerwald, Taunus, and Rhine-Main area, including Frankfurt am Main, Mainz, Wiesbaden, Mannheim, Darmstadt, Ludwigshafen, Offenbach, and Fulda, should exercise caution as there is a risk of supercells.
In addition, the Munich area faces the possibility of supercells and tornadoes. The Black Forest, Swabian Alb, and Upper Swabia are also at risk of supercells, with hurricane gusts reaching speeds of up to 140 km/h. It is crucial to follow current weather warnings and take necessary precautions as tornadoes pose a significant threat to life.
Until 9 p.m., a severe thunderstorm cluster is expected from the Osnabrücker Land to the Röhn, covering the Hanover, Kassel, and Thuringia metropolitan areas. Super cells may form in the greater Munich and Ingolstadt area. Another thunderstorm line will form from Memmingen via Ulm to Nuremberg, with a risk of tornadoes until 10 p.m.
Extreme heavy rain is anticipated until 11 p.m. on a line from Bremen, via Hanover, Braunschweig, Erfurt, Nuremberg, to Munich. Hail and hurricane-like thunderstorms with speeds of up to 110 km/h are still possible during this time.
Until 2 a.m., Thuringia, Saxony, Franconia, Lower Saxony, and Saxony-Anhalt will experience heavy rain with gusts of wind. Berlin and Dresden are also at risk of heavy rain until 4 a.m., with a potential for flooding.
As the day progresses, it is crucial to stay updated on the weather conditions and follow any warnings or advisories issued by local authorities. Taking necessary precautions and staying indoors during the peak thunderstorm hours can help ensure the safety of individuals and minimize potential damage.
What are the potential risks associated with the thunderstorms in Eastern Bavaria and Saxony, such as heavy rain, strong winds, and flash floods?
Eastern Bavaria and Saxony, bringing along heavy rain, strong winds, and the risk of flash floods.
By 9 p.m., the thunderstorms will intensify in the southeastern regions of Germany, including Munich, Nuremberg, and Dresden. Residents in these areas should be on high alert as the storms could bring large hail, damaging winds, and localized flooding.
As the night progresses, the thunderstorm activity will gradually move towards the northeastern part of the country, affecting Berlin and surrounding areas by midnight. Although the intensity of the storms may decrease, it is still important to remain cautious.
Overall, it is crucial for residents across Germany to stay updated on the weather situation throughout the day. The forecast indicates that the risk of dangerous thunderstorms will persist until late evening, so taking necessary precautions is essential to ensure safety. Stay informed through reliable weather sources, secure loose objects outdoors, avoid open areas during thunderstorms, and be prepared for possible power outages or transportation disruptions.
Remember, safety should always come first when dealing with severe weather conditions.
