Germany's weather forecast for May 7, 2025, reveals a mix of sun and clouds, with dense cloud cover particularly over the Central Uplands and the Alps. Many regions will remain dry, although there is a chance of rain in the center of the country. At the Alpine edge, light rain or drizzle is expected, with snowfall occurring in the mountains above 1400 to 1600 meters. After a fresh start, temperatures will range between 8 to 18 degrees Celsius, accompanied by a weak to moderate wind from the east to northeast.
As the night transitions from Wednesday to Thursday, conditions will change frequently, with the southern regions often heavily clouded or overcast. Rain or drizzle will persist in the Alps, and temperatures will drop to between 8 and 2 degrees Celsius.
Looking ahead to Thursday, May 8, 2025, the sun is anticipated to shine for longer periods near the coast and into the evening in the northern half of the country. However, a mix of sun and clouds will dominate elsewhere. In the south, particularly up to the Southern Palatinate, dense cloud cover will disrupt the weather, with localized rain or drizzle expected. Temperatures will rise to between 8 to 18 degrees Celsius, remaining coolest in the Alps. Winds will be weak to moderate, shifting from the east to northeast, with occasional fresh to strong gusts at the North Sea.
During the night of May 8, the weather will show little to changing cloud cover, with some rain or drizzle still at the Alpine edge. Temperatures will fall to between 9 and 0 degrees Celsius, with a risk of ground frost particularly in the eastern Central Uplands and Lusatia.
On Friday, May 9, 2025, the sun is expected to break through for extended periods from the coasts to the Moselle, Main, and Neckar rivers. The weather will be partly cheerful to sunny in these areas. In contrast, the far south will see dense cloud cover, with rain or drizzle continuing between the Black Forest and the Alps. Maximum temperatures will remain in the range of 9 to 19 degrees Celsius, with a weak to moderate wind from the east to north.
Saturday, May 10, will bring more sunshine, especially in the northwest and west, extending to the center and just before the Danube. However, the northeast and particularly the Alps will still experience dense cloud cover, with rain or drizzle limited to the direct Alpine edge. Afternoon temperatures are expected to rise to between 10 and 20 degrees Celsius, with light to moderate winds from easterly to northerly directions.
By Sunday, May 11, 2025, calm, friendly, and dry weather will continue, with air temperatures warming to between 14 and 23 degrees Celsius. A weak to moderate wind will blow from the east to north.
In recent weather news, cold air brought light frost to eastern Germany on May 6, with temperatures dropping significantly below zero close to the ground. The top 25 centimeters of soil in many areas of northern Germany remain extremely dry, raising concerns about agricultural impacts.
In addition to local weather concerns, heavy rainfall in Gujarat, India, has tragically claimed at least 14 lives in the last two days. The heavy rains, attributed to a cyclone in neighboring Pakistan and the Indian state of Rajasthan, have also injured 16 individuals. Meteorologists are predicting further rainfall, thunderstorms, lightning, and strong winds in Gujarat until May 8, 2025.
Back in Europe, the European Parliament is moving to grant car manufacturers additional time to meet their climate obligations. A majority of MEPs in Strasbourg voted in favor of an urgency procedure that allows manufacturers to comply with emission regulations over a three-year average rather than annually. This legislative change aims to support the European automotive industry amidst rapid technological changes and increasing competition.
In a related environmental effort, the University of Bremen and the Alfred Wegener Institute are securing historical environmental data on a German platform due to concerns about budget cuts and political pressure in the USA. The first datasets, sourced from the US agency NOAA, include information on earthquakes and hot springs, with the goal of keeping essential data publicly accessible.
As the weather patterns shift, a low-pressure system is causing unstable and wet conditions across southern France, northern Italy, and the Balkans. Some areas could see up to 100 liters of rain per square meter by the weekend, particularly in the Alpine regions and Carpathians.
As we approach the weekend, the weather is improving for many parts of Germany, especially the south and west, where temperatures may climb back to highs of 23 degrees Celsius. However, the northeastern half of the country may experience cooler temperatures, particularly near the sea.
Despite the early arrival of the Ice Saints, which traditionally signal the last frosts of spring, the weather forecast indicates that the colder temperatures may continue to linger in some regions. This could lead to a slow transition into warmer conditions as summer approaches.
Overall, while the weather is set to improve in many areas, the ongoing concerns about dry soil and fluctuating temperatures highlight the complexities of this spring season in Germany.