Strong storms are threatening: Potsdam is preparing for thunderstorms and storms!

Strong storms are threatening: Potsdam is preparing for thunderstorms and storms!

On June 26, 2025, the people of Cologne will be under the impression of another storm, which had already caused a lot of inconvenience the evening before. Again Daily Mirror reports, Potsdam will be confronted with strong thunderstorms and gale-force winds on Thursday. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued a warning that predicts speeds of up to 110 km/h. Another main focus is the heavy rain and hail expected, particularly between late afternoon and evening.

What does this mean specifically for the region? From 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. the highest warning level (red) exists for residents in Potsdam and the surrounding area. The DWD warns particularly urgently about the devastating gusts that can cause considerable damage to trees and infrastructure. Storms had already left their mark in Potsdam on Monday, when numerous trees were uprooted and the fire department recorded over 120 storm-related missions. Traffic in the city was also severely affected, especially bus and tram traffic.

Attention park visitors!

As a result of the announced storm, parts of the Volkspark in Potsdam will be closed from 4 p.m. to probably 5 a.m. on Friday morning. Areas with old trees are particularly affected, including the forest park to the east of the Volkspark and the part of the Remisenpark, which also has old trees. Notices in the park inform visitors about the necessary closures, but the rest of the park remains accessible.

But stormy weather is forecast not only in Potsdam, but also in Berlin and other Brandenburg regions. Meanwhile, the weather in Potsdam is still forgiving in the morning with temperatures around 24°C and partly cloudy. But from the early afternoon a dramatic temperature difference of up to 34°C and 97% precipitation is expected - a change that will not only put people's minds to the test, but also nature.

Agro-meteorological information

To ensure safety, the Agricultural Meteorology Department has provided relevant information on the risk situation. The current weather conditions are of particular interest to agriculture, as heat stress in poultry could become a serious problem. The usable data on this topic is daily from May to September weatherhazards.de available. Given the upcoming weather conditions, farms can expect important information about ground frost and weather conditions.

Overall, it can be said that the coming hours could be eventful for the people of Cologne and their neighbors. With a certain respect for the weather and good advice from the weather services, it is important to be prepared. Whether in the park or on the go – caution is definitely the best companion.