Weather forecast: Sunshine scarce this weekend in Bavaria

Bavaria is bracing for a changeable weekend, with forecasts indicating a scarcity of sunshine and a notable presence of showers. The German Weather Service (DWD) predicts a mix of sun and thundershowers for northern Bavaria on Friday, with temperatures ranging from 16 to 22 degrees Celsius.

Saturday is expected to bring mostly overcast skies across the region, accompanied by showers or rain. In contrast, southern Bavaria might experience a slightly different pattern on Friday, with rain clearing eastward in the morning. The afternoon is likely to feature a mix of clouds and brief sunny spells, followed by showers and isolated thundershowers. Temperatures in the south are expected to be slightly cooler, reaching up to 21 degrees Celsius.

Looking ahead to Saturday, southern Bavaria is forecast to see a mix of sun and clouds with intermittent rain. Despite the unsettled weather, maximum temperatures in both northern and southern Bavaria are predicted to be warmer than Friday, reaching up to 24 degrees Celsius. The rain, while potentially inconvenient for weekend plans, is beneficial for crops like poppies and other flowers.