Bavaria braces for extreme heatwave with temperatures up to 41C

Bavaria is bracing for a severe heatwave this weekend, with temperatures predicted to soar as high as 41 degrees Celsius. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued warnings for strong to extreme heat stress across the region.

On Saturday, sunny skies will prevail, bringing very hot conditions. Temperatures are expected to range from 34 degrees Celsius in the Alps to 41 degrees Celsius in northern Bavaria. Even higher elevations will experience significant heat, with temperatures reaching 35 degrees Celsius in the mid-mountain regions and 30 degrees Celsius on the Großer Arber peak. Isolated thunderstorms are possible in the Alps during the afternoon and evening.

Sunday will start with sunshine and temperatures up to 39 degrees Celsius before clouds move in from the west, bringing showers and potentially strong thunderstorms by midday. Bavaria's Health Minister, Judith Gerlach, emphasized the importance of heeding expert advice and checking on vulnerable neighbors, particularly the elderly, who may not recognize signs of dehydration.