Strong thunderstorms and rain in NRW: These areas are affected!

Strong thunderstorms and rain in NRW: These areas are affected!

Turbulent weather is forecast in North Rhine-Westphalia today, which will particularly make thunderstorm fans sit up and take notice. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued urgent warnings of strong thunderstorms and heavy rain that could last into the evening hours. A significant low pressure area moving over northern Germany ensures that the showers can occur not only locally, but also in increased form. This can result in rainfall of up to 25 liters per square meter in a short period of time, which could be a challenge for some regions. This is reported by wa.de.

Current updates show that the thunderstorm warnings are valid in large parts of North Rhine-Westphalia, especially in the northwest and central regions. A severe thunderstorm warning is in effect in these areas until 7:30 p.m., while the south and far east are spared for now. The weather situation is constantly changing, so the DWD keeps the population regularly updated. According to meteorologist Verena Leyendecker, wind gusts of up to 60 km/h can also be expected in the actual thunderstorm front.

Regional concern

The Lower Rhine lowlands, the Bay of Cologne and neighboring regions such as the Münsterland and the Ruhr area are particularly affected. The storm center also shows on its overview map that numerous other areas in North Rhine-Westphalia could also be affected by the thunderstorms. It is advisable to find out information in advance, especially as to whether there are acute or advance warnings (YELLOW). These are continually adjusted by experienced meteorologists in order to provide the most precise forecast possible. The severe weather warnings can be viewed here, among others: Unwetterzentrale.

The warning voices from the DWD confirm that the thunderstorms are coming with stormy gusts. At higher altitudes there can even be gusts of between 65 and 80 km/h. Keeping a close eye on changing weather conditions is strongly advised.

After the storm

A ray of hope for everyone who is hoping for a change in the weather: After the heavy thunderstorms on Wednesday, the weather is forecast to calm down on Thursday. The temperatures can reach up to 26 degrees. Friday also promises to be friendly, with pleasant temperatures of up to 29 degrees on the Rhine. However, the people of Cologne and all other residents in North Rhine-Westphalia should be prepared, because Saturday could bring thunderstorms again.This shows the comprehensive weather situation from the DWD, which is continuously updated. For the next forecasts, the current warning reports can be viewed at DWD.

Overall, it remains exciting. Where the weather will take us remains to be seen. However, caution is advised in advance, especially in the evening when the storm front could develop its potential.