Weather: Thunderstorm mood in the Free State - heavy rain and hail possible

Bavaria is bracing for a continuation of stormy weather, with the German Weather Service (DWD) warning of localized severe thunderstorms. The region has been experiencing muggy conditions, and the forecast indicates this pattern will persist, bringing potential for heavy rainfall, hail, and strong winds.

The DWD specifically highlights Oberfranken (Upper Franconia) and Oberpfalz (Upper Palatinate) as particularly vulnerable areas. Additionally, southern parts of Oberbayern (Upper Bavaria) and Niederbayern (Lower Bavaria) may also be affected by the severe weather.

Residents can expect significant precipitation, with forecasts predicting up to 40 liters of rain per square meter. Hailstones of around two centimeters are also possible, alongside locally extreme gusts reaching up to 110 kilometers per hour, described as hurricane-force.

Looking ahead, the intensity of the thunderstorms is expected to decrease during the night into Saturday. However, temperatures are predicted to drop by Sunday due to recurring rain showers, with some areas falling below 20 degrees Celsius. The highest temperatures are expected to range between 24 to 29 degrees Celsius on Friday and 22 to 28 degrees Celsius on Saturday.