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Sudden change coming: Alarms raised as temperatures drop and storms head for Croatia
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Sudden change coming: Alarms raised as temperatures drop and storms head for Croatia

From Veฤernji List · () Croatian

Translated from Croatian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Croatia is bracing for a sudden weather shift, with thunderstorms and a temperature drop expected early next week after a period of heatwave warnings.
  • The Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ) has issued warnings for severe thunderstorms, including an orange alert for the Rijeka region, predicting potential damage, flash floods, strong winds, and hail.
  • While the weekend will be sunny and hot, Monday's forecast includes widespread rain and thunderstorms, particularly affecting the northern Adriatic and Gorski Kotar regions, with cooler temperatures expected throughout the week.

Croatia is set to experience a dramatic weather change as warnings are issued for thunderstorms and a significant temperature drop starting Monday, following a recent heatwave.

The Croatian Meteorological and Hydrological Service (DHMZ) has placed large parts of the country under alert for thunderstorms on Monday. The Rijeka region faces an orange alert, signifying the potential for severe weather phenomena. DHMZ warns of possible extensive damage, flash floods, strong gusts of wind, and hail. They also advise preparedness for lightning strikes and potential disruptions to outdoor activities and traffic.

While the current weekend is predicted to be mostly sunny and hot, with highs reaching 32-35ยฐC, the forecast for Monday indicates a shift. The country can expect cloud cover with rain and thunderstorms, initially appearing on the northern Adriatic coast and western inland areas, spreading to the east and southern Adriatic by the end of the day. Some storms, especially in the northern Adriatic and Gorski Kotar, could be intense.

Be prepared for severe thunderstorms that can cause great damage and protect yourself from lightning. Property damage and damage to trees are possible. Local flash floods, storm gusts of wind, and hail are possible. Disruptions to outdoor activities and traffic are possible.

โ€” DHMZWarning about the potential severity of the incoming thunderstorms.

Temperatures are expected to decrease, with morning lows ranging from 13-18ยฐC inland and 20-24ยฐC along the coast. Daytime highs will generally be between 28-33ยฐC. Yellow warnings have been issued for the Osijek, Zagreb, Karlovac, Gospiฤ‡, Knin, and Split regions, indicating a lesser but still notable risk.

The weather is expected to stabilize by Tuesday, with partly sunny skies and slightly cooler conditions, possibly with some lingering rain in the south. Wednesday is forecast to be mostly sunny and warmer, with winds shifting direction.

Be on the lookout for expected heatwaves. Health risks are possible among the sensitive population, primarily the elderly and young children.

โ€” DHMZWarning about the ongoing heatwave.
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Originally published by Veฤernji List in Croatian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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