Briefing
On 11 November 2026 Persistent bands of rain are spreading from the west and south-west across Germany According to the German Weather Service, precipitation will begin in the south-west and along the coasts before spreading north-eastwards over the course of the day. In between, skies will be brighter at times in the north and south-east. Temperatures will range from around 3 to 17 degrees, depending on the region.
Synoptically, an approaching warm front associated with an Atlantic low-pressure system is shaping conditions. It is bringing in mild, moist air and causing prolonged rain across much of the country. In western and south-western Germany and in the the Alpine foothills longer periods of rain, at times showery, are likely. Widespread severe weather with extreme rainfall is not expected according to the current assessment, although locally there may still be heavy rain.
Winds from the south-west to west will also freshen. Along the North Sea and in exposed parts of the Central Uplands gales are possible. Gusts may also temporarily become stronger along the coasts in general. The DWD notes the possibility of such wind and rain in its regional assessments.
For traffic, this means wet roads, reduced visibility in places and sometimes longer journey times. Drizzle may persist in valleys; rainfall will intensify at times on the windward slopes of the Central Uplands. Water levels in smaller catchments may temporarily rise, but no widespread flooding is currently forecast.
As the day goes on, the rain bands will continue north-eastwards during the evening. Skies may briefly clear behind them before further showers arrive with the westerly airflow. The Alpine Foreland will remain overcast and wet for an extended period.
Meteorologically, this is typical of the start of the winter half-year: westerly winds repeatedly steer low-pressure systems towards Central Europe, bringing more frequent wet and relatively mild weather. Local impacts will depend on meso-scale variations, for example in areas exposed to orographic rainfall or along stretches of coast. The DWD recommends checking the latest warnings for the relevant district, as the intensity and timing may vary from region to region.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).