Weather chaos over Hesse: thunderstorms and stormy gusts are threatening today!
Find out the current weather forecast for Frankfurt am Main on July 16, 2025, including thunderstorm warnings and temperature developments.

Weather chaos over Hesse: thunderstorms and stormy gusts are threatening today!
Today, on July 16, 2025, the Hessian region is expecting a strong change in the weather. Loud fr.de Thick clouds bring showers and thunderstorms. Temperatures range between 20 and 24 degrees at lower altitudes and reach a maximum of 17 degrees in higher areas. A moderate wind accompanies the weather situation, although stormy gusts near the thunderstorms cannot be ruled out.
The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued warnings of strong level 1 wind gusts for several regions in Hesse. Those affected include the city of Frankfurt and its surroundings, such as the cities of Offenbach, Wiesbaden and the Main-Kinzig district. In particular, residents in these areas are preparing for unexpected changes in the weather. dwd.de highlights that the thunderstorms are expected to last until the first half of the night, during which increased rainfall of 15 to 25 liters per square meter and stormy gusts of 65 to 80 km/h are expected.
After morning weather comes high pressure
As the forecast for Thursday shows, a high pressure influence is expected from the southwest. While the north of Hesse can expect heavily cloudy skies and mixed weather, the southern regions can look forward to larger gaps in the clouds. Temperatures there could reach up to 27 degrees, while a maximum of 22 degrees is possible on the weather front in northern Hesse. Wind conditions are also easing, with light to moderate winds from the west.
In addition, it ensures Severe Weather Center for regular updates and provides valuable information on potential storms. These include, among other things, severe weather warnings for storms, heavy rain and thunderstorms, which clearly identify the affected areas. Particularly places like the Rheingau Mountains and the Taunus should prepare well.
A look ahead to the next few days
Friday also promises lots of sunshine. However, the northeast should still expect cloudy skies at the beginning. The temperatures could then fluctuate between 25 degrees in the northeast and up to 30 degrees on the Rhine. The weather is expected to be bright on Saturday, with the chance of thunderstorms increasing by the evening at the latest.
The next night brings clear skies again with lows of 11 to 16 degrees. So it remains exciting to see what the weather in Hesse has in store. A certain knack for planning outdoors will definitely be an advantage in the coming days.