Germany braces for winter conditions as snow showers and slippery roads are anticipated across the country. Northern regions are experiencing stormy weather with gusts reaching hurricane force, leading to traffic disruptions and closed cemeteries. Temperatures hover around freezing, resulting in rain and snow, though no major accidents have been reported so far.
In the south, a "snow bomb" is predicted, potentially bringing up to 20 cm of snowfall in areas like Rheinland-Pfalz, Baden-Württemberg, and Bavaria. Frost and icy conditions, particularly near the Alps, pose a risk of chaos on the roads. Despite this, a rapid weather change is expected by Sunday, with temperatures surging to unseasonably warm levels around 17 degrees Celsius.
Saxony is also feeling winter's grip, with persistent frost and up to 5 cm of new snow in the mountains. Stormy winds and freezing temperatures further complicate travel. The German Weather Service has issued warnings as the first signs of winter appear. Yet, by the weekend, these wintery conditions are forecasted to give way to milder weather, offering a brief respite from the cold.
