Severe weather warning: violent thunderstorms and heavy rain threaten today!

Severe weather warning: violent thunderstorms and heavy rain threaten today!

On Sunday, June 15, 2025, large parts of Germany are under the influence of violent storms and severe thunderstorms. The German Weather Service (DWD) has already published warnings that apply from 3 p.m. and continue for the Burgenland district until midnight. The storm cells first move from the west to North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland before moving to the middle and further south and east of the country in the course of the afternoon. [MZ] reports that heavy rain, hail and stormy gusts are not excluded, which could particularly affect the regions in the south and east.

The forecasts are alarming: hailstones that can reach up to 3 cm diameter, as well as wind speeds of up to 100 km/h are possible. According to graduate meteorologist Dominik Jung, the thunderstorms begin at around 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., and these storm cells slowly move, which can lead to local rain and an increased risk of floods. [Image] emphasizes that up to 40 liters of rain per square meter could fall in a short time - sometimes even over 60 liters in a few hours. At night, Hamburg, Lower Saxony, NRW, Thuringia, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt are affected.

Weather forecast

In front of the thunderstorms, the temperatures in the east and southeast can rise to up to 34 degrees. While the west and northwest gradually calm down, the risk of storm in the east and southeast remains until late at night. Maximum values ​​between 22 and 25 degrees can be expected in the Harz on Sunday. But be careful: the night brings cool temperatures from 17 to 8 degrees. On Monday, the sky is predominantly cloudy with a low show and temperatures between 21 and 24 degrees; The resin remains in the cooling area of ​​17 to 21 degrees. [MZ] emphasizes that the nights are free of rain until Tuesday and the temperatures can fall to a pleasant 12 to 9 degrees.

The storm center also offers extensive information about current severe weather warnings and weather instructions for all of Germany. Both warnings and acute warnings are published here, while the meteorologists continuously adapt the forecasts in order to inform the population as best as possible. The platform is available around the clock and offers current insights into the weather. [Storm Center] ensures that citizens: inside are prepared for impending dangers.

high vigilance offered

The tense weather conditions not only throw shadows on leisure fun, but also require increased vigilance among citizens: inside. The upcoming storm could influence the road conditions through heavy rain, hail and gusts of wind and harbors potential for massive damage. Municipalities and administrations are required to take appropriate measures to warn and clarify the population. So it remains to be seen how the weather develops. Keep up to date with the latest information and be prepared for all eventualities!