Overview

• The coldest temperature recorded was -19.7°C in Deutschneudorf-Brüderwiese, Saxony, with other regions experiencing similarly extreme frost.
• Berlin and Brandenburg saw lows of -12.5°C, while parts of Bavaria and Thuringia also reported temperatures below -10°C.
• The frost is forecasted to ease starting Thursday, as warmer air moves in from the southwest, raising temperatures significantly.
• By Friday, western regions like the Rhineland could see highs of 18-19°C, marking a stark contrast to the recent deep freeze.
• Meteorologists warn of potential glatteis (black ice) risks during the transition, as rain may fall on frozen surfaces in some areas.