Overview

• Authorities reported a significant North Sea surge of roughly 1.5 to 2.0 meters above mean high water, ferry disruptions and at least three storm-related injuries.
• The DWD kept early‑week warnings for widespread rain, with very high totals along the eastern Alpine edge and in upslope zones that could locally reach 60 to 90 liters per square meter within about 36 hours.
• In the Alps, snow is falling above roughly 1,500 meters with 5 to 10 centimeters common and up to 10 to 30 centimeters at higher elevations before a rapid midweek snowline rise.
• Regional forecasts point to gray, wet conditions across much of the country through Tuesday, while the southwest begins to brighten with highs locally approaching 19 to 20 degrees along the Rhine.
• From Wednesday, high pressure labeled ‘Rita’ brings lighter winds and milder afternoons but favors extensive fog and low stratus, prompting visibility cautions for road users, especially in valleys and basins.