Ironing onset of winter in Munich: Temperatures drop up to -18 ° C!

In Munich, temperatures of up to minus ten degrees are currently expected. This icy cold is brought to Bavaria by polar sea air. According to a report by tz.de was already measured minus three degrees in Munich on the evening of January 3.. Due to these extreme cold, the German Weather Service (DWD) issued a warning of strict frost, which could be between -10 ° C and -15 ° C, with possible low values ​​up to -18 ° C.

The frost warning applies until Saturday morning, January 4, at 10 a.m. In order to avoid hypothermia, it is advised to avoid longer stays outdoors. Temperatures between -1 and -5 degrees can be expected in Munich on Saturday. On January 3, the temperatures of ten degrees fell to zero degrees in the early evening. In the night of Saturday, strict frost is expected, with early values ​​from -1 to -5 degrees, while it can even drop to -15 degrees in the Alps.

weather warnings for the turn of the year

The weather services had already given information on the winter conditions. At the turn of the year in Munich, frosty and sometimes snowy weather is expected, such as "https://muenchen.t-online.de/region/id_100560484/wetter-in-muenchen-strenger-Frost-und--an-silvester- dwd-warnt.html" Class = "Source_2"> muenchen.t-online.de reported. The DWD warned of extreme cold, snowfall and dangerous road conditions.

temperatures could reach up to minus 18 degrees on New Year's Eve at night, while the nightly temperatures in Munich can fall to minus five degrees. Authorities have also issued an official warning of strict frost, which speaks of "striking weather" and possible frost damage. Among other things, freezing water pipes can occur and an increased risk of hypothermia occurs during longer stays outdoors.

The recommendations for precautionary measures include covering plants and draining water from outside lines. Drivers and pedestrians should be prepared on smooth roads, since the traffic could be affected by ripe and freezing wetness. In the coming nights, the temperatures in the Alpine region and in the lowlands south of the Danube will fall to up to minus 10 degrees. In addition, the view can be restricted by dense fog.

The authorities advise you to prepare for winter conditions and avoid longer stays outdoors. Drivers should drive at adapted speed and suitable winter equipment to start the new season safely.