Germany Braces for Severe Winter Weather with Snow and Glaze Warnings

The German Weather Service forecasts snow, freezing rain, and strong winds, with hazardous road conditions expected across multiple regions.

The German Weather Service has issued warnings for heavy snow, with up to 30 cm expected in parts of southern Germany, particularly in 23 districts under 'red alert.'
Hazardous glaze conditions are forecasted in regions like North Rhine-Westphalia and Hesse, with freezing rain and temperatures dropping as low as -6°C overnight.
Strong winds, including sturmböen (storm gusts) reaching up to 85 km/h, are predicted, particularly in mountainous areas and coastal regions.
Snowfall is expected to impact both higher altitudes and lower-lying areas, with warnings for icy roads and potential traffic disruptions nationwide.
By Sunday, temperatures may rise significantly, reaching up to 16°C in some areas, potentially leading to a rapid thaw in affected regions.