Overview

• March 2025 recorded exceptionally low rainfall, with regions like North Rhine-Westphalia and Mecklenburg-Vorpommern receiving as little as 6-10 liters per square meter.
• Average temperatures in March were 2.6°C above the 1961-1990 reference period, with widespread unseasonable warmth and near-record sunshine hours.
• Soil moisture deficits reached critical levels, particularly in northern Germany, dropping up to 20% below long-term minimums, affecting vegetation and agriculture.
• Wildfire risks have significantly increased due to prolonged dry conditions, with forecasts predicting limited rainfall in the coming days.
• While some areas, such as Bavaria, are experiencing temporary rain and snow, most regions are transitioning to warmer and drier weather this week, with temperatures expected to reach up to 20°C.