Extreme Weekend Weather Forecast for Poland: Up to 35 Degrees Celsius and Level II Alerts

Poland is set to experience a weekend of intense heat, with temperatures predicted to soar as high as 35 degrees Celsius (95 degrees Fahrenheit) in some regions. The Institute of Meteorology and Water Management (IMGW) has issued level II heat alerts for six western voivodeships, signaling a significant risk associated with the high temperatures.

On Friday, western Poland will begin to feel the effects of tropical air, with maximum temperatures reaching up to 32 degrees Celsius. While the east and center of the country will experience slightly cooler conditions, ranging from 22 to 26 degrees Celsius, the west is expected to be significantly hotter. Localized showers and thunderstorms are possible in the southwest and west, with rainfall up to 10-15 mm, and wind gusts reaching 60 km/h during storms.

Saturday is forecast to bring even more extreme heat, particularly in the south and west, where temperatures could hit 35 degrees Celsius. The rest of the country will see highs around 25-30 degrees Celsius. Thunderstorms are also expected in the western half of the country, potentially accompanied by hail. Rainfall during these storms could reach 20-30 mm, with gusts up to 85 km/h. The IMGW's level II alerts indicate a high probability of dangerous weather conditions.

In Warsaw, Friday is expected to be partly cloudy with a maximum temperature of 26 degrees Celsius. Saturday will see warmer conditions, with a maximum temperature of 29 degrees Celsius and easterly winds. The pressure in Warsaw is expected to rise throughout Friday.

The IMGW's warnings highlight the need for caution as the country prepares for this significant weather event. Residents in the affected areas are advised to take precautions against the heat and be aware of the potential for severe thunderstorms.