Thunderstorms and heat wave: Saxony expects weather change!

Thunderstorms and heat wave: Saxony expects weather change!

The weather conditions in Saxony are currently causing a lot of interest. According to MDR weatherproof Susanne Langhans, an increase in wet air can be expected in the second half of the week, which increases the likelihood of showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures between 21 and 28 degrees Celsius are expected on Thursday. But the coming days will also bring cooler moments with it, because from Friday the wind will blow from the north and northwest, which brings a clear cooling. However, it remains to be seen whether new temperature records will be achieved. Previous July's highest values ​​in Saxony are remarkable: 38.8 degrees in Großückerswalde and in the MDR broadcasting center in Leipzig and 38.2 degrees in Bad Muskau.

A reason for concern is the continuing drought in Saxony's rivers and streams. The current precipitation values ​​are alarming: In the winter of 2024/25, only a lot of 109 liters per square meter, well below the average of 152 liters per square meter from the reference period 1961 to 1990. This extreme dryness not only affects nature, but also on the water levels of the rivers.

precipitation trends in Germany

A look at the general precipitation situation in Germany shows that a slight, statistically significantly increased precipitation has been recorded since 1965, as the Federal Environment Agency reports. While in the past rarely occurred years of rainy -rainy years, there have been several very rainy years since the 1960s. However, no stable rainfall has been recorded in recent years, but a mix of dry tendencies and phases with above -average precipitation.

Especially the years 2023 and 2024 break the series of very dry years. 2024 was the 12th wet year in 1881 at 902 mm. But the regional differences are enormous: While the northwest of Germany was able to record high rainfall, Saxony is in a rather below average area and only ends up in 88th of 144 years.

the look back and forward

The statistics show that the temperatures in Saxony have increased on average since 1901. In 2023, Saxons recorded a temperature mean of 10.4 ° C, while 1881 was still 16.7 ° C. Although the precipitation for 2023 deviates from the mean values, we are faced with the challenge of dealing with the effects of climate change.

In the coming days we have exciting weather development in front of us. The showers and thunderstorms that work could cause some surprises in connection with the tropical temperatures. One thing is certain: the weather is exciting in Saxony and we have to carefully observe the development. The MDR continuously reports on current weather conditions and developments in the region.

For detailed weather statistics and historical comparisons, a look at the page of Meteo.plus as well as the comprehensive data of the Environmental Federal Office .