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Severe Rain and Thunderstorms Sweep Across Central and Southern Germany

The German Weather Service issues warnings for heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and hail, with flood risks in several states while the Northeast remains dry and drought concerns grow.

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Overview

  • The DWD has issued level-2 warnings for continuous rain in parts of Bavaria, with up to 45 liters per square meter expected by Friday morning.
  • Severe thunderstorms with heavy rain and hail were reported in Upper Bavaria overnight, particularly east of Munich.
  • Hesse faces up to 50 liters of rain per square meter over 24 hours, with isolated storms producing intense downpours of up to 60 liters locally.
  • Southern Brandenburg is forecast to receive 20–40 liters of rain per square meter by Friday morning, prompting flood risk advisories.
  • While central and southern Germany welcome much-needed rain, the Northeast remains dry, exacerbating concerns over worsening drought conditions.