Overview

• The Deutsche Wetterdienst (DWD) forecasts snow, frost, and potential glatteis for much of Germany, with snowfall expected in both lowlands and higher altitudes.
• Regions such as Bavaria, Hesse, and North Rhine-Westphalia report hazardous driving conditions due to snow, ice, and freezing rain, prompting warnings for motorists.
• Temperatures are set to rise starting Sunday, with snow transitioning to rain in many areas, increasing risks of glatteis due to freezing rain.
• Bavaria has seen disruptions, including accidents caused by icy roads and a collision between an Intercity train and a car, though no injuries were reported.
• Stormy conditions with heavy winds are expected in mountainous regions such as the Harz, Fichtelberg, and the Alps, with warnings of sturmböen and potential orkanböen in some areas.