Snow or rain? This is what the Christmas weather will be like in Franconia!

Snow or rain? This is what the Christmas weather will be like in Franconia!

The anticipation for a white Christmas in Franconia is mixed this year. According to the weather expert “Wetterochs”, the higher altitudes of Franconian and Hersbruck Switzerland have a good chance of a snow cover of five to ten centimeters. In Nuremberg, however, the prospects do not look rosy: here, only a 10 percent chance of Christmas snow is forecast, as the city is at an altitude of only 309 meters and temperatures fluctuate between 1 and 6 degrees. Increased rain is also expected before Christmas Eve, which further reduces the chances of a snowy holiday t-online.de reported.

While there is a wintry atmosphere at higher altitudes, the Nuremberg region often remains gray in comparison. Despite the less than encouraging weather forecast, the pre-Christmas period is flourishing with a multitude of tranquil Christmas markets. These are celebrated in a historical setting, including the Christkindlesmarkt in Nuremberg, which is known for its festive atmosphere and tradition. Magical markets also take place in other cities such as Lauf, Hersbruck and in romantic places such as Hartenstein Castle and the chapel ruins of Arzlohe, which increase the anticipation of the festival even more. The markets invite you to linger, with shining children's eyes and a festive atmosphere urlaub.nuernberger-land.de described.

It could snow over the weekend before the precipitation changes to rain, with more snow expected on Monday. The forecasts indicate that outdoor swimming pools and outdoor activities in particular could be affected due to the weather. Despite the unpredictability, the Christmas feeling remains palpable and many value the traditions, which promise carefree moments even in uncomfortable weather and underline the festive mood.