Dangerous heat wave rolls to Bavaria - this is how you protect yourself!

Dangerous heat wave rolls to Bavaria - this is how you protect yourself!

From Friday, June 14, 2025, Bavaria is facing a hot day. The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued an official warning of heat with temperatures up to 35 degrees, which are expected primarily in the regions of Bad Kissingen, Main-Spessart, Aschaffenburg, Miltenberg and Würzburg. This applies from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and affects not only people, but also nature. Especially at a height of up to 200 meters, extreme thermal loads are expected that can be problematic for health. Weather experts therefore advise you to avoid the sun's rays as possible and to take sufficient fluids.

On Thursday, June 12th, a short -term “intermezzo” is expected, in which the temperatures still reach a pleasant 22 to 28 degrees. But at the latest on Friday the heat wave can no longer be stopped and the values ​​could even crack the 32-degree mark locally. It will be particularly tricky on Saturday, when temperatures of up to 35 degrees are forecast in cities such as Kitzingen and Aschaffenburg, accompanied by a UV index of 9 11, which indicates very high solar radiation. If you are in the sun for too long, you risk sunstroke or sunburn, which is why protective measures are extremely important.

health risks in view

As meteorological experts from [Merkur] point this out, the heat is also of great importance in addition to the heat. The UV hazard index for the region will reach at least value 8 on Friday. This means a high health risk from the sun. Older people, pregnant women, children and people with chronic diseases are particularly affected. The constant increase in skin cancer cases in Bavaria speaks for itself: While only 29,250 cases were registered in 2005, there are already 71,150 in 2023.

experts from the Robert Koch Institute (RKI) warn of the health effects of the heat and demand a comprehensive heat protection concept. Heat is expected to increase in the coming decades due to climate change, which illustrates the need for a preventive strategy. The cooperation of various ministries and institutions is essential to ensure effective protection for particularly affected groups.

tips on heating heat

To counteract the oppressive temperatures, there are some practical advice that has proven themselves. Physical activities should be relocated to the cooler morning and evening hours. The ventilation of the apartments in the early morning and the shading of the rooms can also help to keep the heat outside. Another way to cool off at high temperatures are foot baths or cooling lotions. In addition, experts recommend that you stay in the parked car for a long time and to store medication cool.

It is clear that the coming days will be a big challenge. Anyone who lives and work in the affected regions should prepare well in order to survive the heat as undamaged as possible.

Further information on the current situation and protective measures can be found at [Soester Anzeiger] and [Robert Koch Institute].