Severe weather warning: Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are threatening today!

Severe weather warning: Severe thunderstorms and heavy rain are threatening today!

On Sunday, June 15, 2025, large parts of Germany will be under the influence of violent storms and severe thunderstorms. The German Weather Service (DWD) has already issued warnings that apply from 3 p.m. and last until midnight for the Burgenland district. The storm cells initially move from the west across North Rhine-Westphalia, Rhineland-Palatinate and Saarland, before moving into the center and further into the south and east of the country over the course of the afternoon. [MZ] reports that heavy rain, hail and stormy gusts cannot be ruled out, which could particularly affect the regions in the south and east.

The forecasts are alarming: hailstones that can reach a diameter of up to 3 cm and wind speeds of up to 100 km/h are possible. According to qualified meteorologist Dominik Jung, the thunderstorms begin around 4 p.m. to 5 p.m., and these thunderstorm cells move slowly, which can lead to locally heavy rainfall and an increased risk of flooding. [Image] highlights 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, North Rhine-Westphalia, Thuringia, Saxony and Saxony-Anhalt are affected.

Thorough weather forecast

Before the thunderstorms, temperatures in the east and southeast can rise to up to 34 degrees. While the west and northwest are gradually calming down, the threat of severe weather in the east and southeast remains until late tonight. Highs of between 22 and 25 degrees are expected in the Harz on Sunday. But be careful: the night brings cool temperatures of 17 to 8 degrees. On Monday the sky will be mostly cloudy with a slight chance of showers and temperatures between 21 and 24 degrees; the resin remains in the cooling range of 17 to 21 degrees. [MZ] highlights that the nights until Tuesday will be free of precipitation and temperatures can drop to a pleasant 12 to 9 degrees.

The severe weather center also offers comprehensive information about current severe weather warnings and weather advisories for all of Germany. Both advance warnings and acute warnings are published here, while meteorologists continually adjust the forecasts to provide the population with the best possible information. The platform is available around the clock and offers current insights into the weather situation. [Severe Weather Center] ensures that citizens are prepared for impending dangers.

High vigilance required

The tense weather conditions not only cast a shadow over leisure activities, but also require increased vigilance from citizens. The upcoming storm could affect road conditions through heavy rain, hail and squalls and has the potential for massive damage. Municipalities and administrations are required to take appropriate measures to warn and educate the population. So it remains to be seen how the weather develops. Keep up to date with the latest information and be prepared for any eventuality!