Storm warning: Cottbus is threatened with heavy rain on Monday evening!

Storm warning: Cottbus is threatened with heavy rain on Monday evening!

Cottbus starts the morning of July 20, 2025 with an official weather warning. The German Weather Service (DWD) has announced heavy and heavy rain for next Monday between 2:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m on. Heavy rainfall is approaching the city from the west and south, locally reaching up to 70 liters per square meter. For the coming night, meteorologists are already expecting thunderstorms that could bring these amounts of rain.

The warning level is set to “Red”, which means that high levels of caution are required. Gusts of up to 85 km/h and hail are also possible. Due to the current weather situation, the population is urged to prepare for uncomfortable conditions and take appropriate precautions.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms approaching

As reported by wetter.com, the likely development of the weather will also be influenced by a cold front moving from the British Isles over Germany. This mainly brings with it hot, humid Mediterranean air, which is quickly displaced by cooler North Atlantic air. The thunderstorms can be very strong locally, with heavy rain of around 20 liters per square meter in a short period of time. In connection with these conditions, the risk of severe weather caused by heavy rain increases.
The warning levels for thunderstorms are clearly defined: Level 1 indicates dangerous lightning strikes, while Level 4 reports extreme storms with catastrophic consequences.

The weather in Cottbus is currently typical for a summer afternoon: light clouds with temperatures around 27°C. The humidity is 65%, which makes for a noticeable humidity. However, the weather will change significantly this evening. The hourly weather trend shows a rapid increase in the probability of precipitation from 7:00 p.m., rising to 90%. Temperatures are slowly falling while rainfall is increasing - an inevitable harbinger of what's to come tomorrow.

Impact on the region

The upcoming storms could not only affect Cottbus, but also the surrounding regions. The risk of storms and heavy rain is underlined by the conditions in the atmosphere, which could particularly affect motorists and outdoor activities. With wind gusts that can quickly reach over 50 km/h, increased caution is required, especially in exposed areas.
The meteorologists assume that the precipitation will move northwards on Monday evening, which could calm the situation somewhat. But the next few hours could be intense.

Suddenly, caution is advised not only for the weather, but also for safety in the region. If you want to prepare, you should keep up to date with developments on the usual weather websites and be prepared for sudden changes. The current report from DWD also provides more information.