A powerful atmospheric system is causing major changes in the weather over Europe, bringing cold air masses from the north to the south and creating conditions for a period of unstable and potentially extreme weather in some regions, according to forecasts from the Severe Weather Europe meteorological service.
According to meteorologists, the collision of cold air with warm and humid masses over the Mediterranean is favoring the development of strong storms, including supercells, intense rainfall, large hail and local flooding in certain areas.
The most at-risk areas include northern Italy, the Adriatic coast and parts of the western Balkans, where organized storms and heavy rainfall are expected, especially in mountainous areas. Meteorological authorities warn of increased caution due to the risk of severe weather.
According to forecasts, snowfall of up to 50 centimeters is expected in the Alps, while some areas of the Balkans and Italy may record over 100–150 mm of rainfall within a few days.
However, meteorologists predict that the situation will begin to change over the next week, when the cold system is expected to weaken and higher temperatures are expected to gradually return, with even the possibility of a new wave of warm weather towards the end of the month.
Meteorologists emphasize that the situation remains dynamic and may change depending on the further development of the atmospheric system.