Heat wave and thunderstorm in NRW: DWD warns of extreme weather conditions!

Heat wave and thunderstorm in NRW: DWD warns of extreme weather conditions!

Uckermark, Deutschland - Summer has arrived in North Rhine-Westphalia, but not without some surprises! On June 15, 2025, an official warning of the German Weather Service (DWD) for almost all of North Rhine -Westphalia was issued. This warning particularly affects the heat that can cause health problems for many people. After a rainy Pentecost weekend, the temperatures rose to record values, and it is expected that the maximum values ​​will be between 30 and 34 degrees on Saturday. This makes it particularly stressful for many, especially between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m.

The weather forecasts show that the weather could continue to worsen. On Saturday storm -like thunderstorms with heavy rain of up to 40 l/sqm and gusts of wind are possible up to 100 km/h. Even hurricane -like gusts of up to 110 km/h are not excluded, which is worrying for many areas in NRW. However, the thunderstorm's exact train track remains uncertain, which also makes the situation complicated. According to [wa.de] (https://www.wa.de/nordrhein-westfalen/heraus-kann-gefaehrlich-werden-wetterdienst-get- Warning-Fuer-Nrw-93780979.html), these thunderstorms can strike.

health risks in heat

The DWD has now expanded the heat warning to almost all cities and counties. Older people and people in need of care are particularly at risk who can suffer from the strong thermal load. Recommendations at this time are to stay in cool interiors, drink enough water and avoid direct sunlight. The information page HITZ.NRW.de offers additional health information and materials for different user groups.

Overall, it can be seen that a certain caution is required. When using the information, you should also deal sensitively, especially when sharing with third parties. Users have the option of subscribing to a newsletter that provides important information from the past four weeks if they have not been registered during this period. During this time, health -conscious behavior is extremely important to prevent health risks.

The predictions and tips

On Friday, June 14th, the temperatures then reached up to 33 degrees, which would provide for many in a summer mood, but also for great fatigue and health risks. The heat load can have serious health effects during this time, and a tropical night is imminent - the temperatures do not fall below 20 degrees during the night of Saturday. This is called the first short heat wave of the year and makes it clear that it is high time to prepare for the summer months.

In order to get through this weather safely, all citizens should remain careful inside. The current forecasts and information can help you survive the time as unscathed as possible. So if you realize that the heat is creating, you should not be afraid to seek advice or to look at the helpful tips on lzg.nrw.de