{"id":1727,"date":"2026-01-25T11:27:03","date_gmt":"2026-01-25T10:27:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/prepp.net\/?post_type=news&p=1727"},"modified":"2026-01-26T12:10:18","modified_gmt":"2026-01-26T11:10:18","slug":"dwd-warns-ice-rain-snow-glaette-germany-2026-01-25","status":"publish","type":"news","link":"https:\/\/prepp.net\/en\/news\/dwd-warnt-eisregen-schnee-glaette-deutschland-2026-01-25\/","title":{"rendered":"DWD warns of dangerous freezing rain, snow and slippery conditions in Germany - 25.01.2026"},"content":{"rendered":"

The German Weather Service (DWD) has issued official warnings of Dangerous road and sidewalk conditions<\/strong> issued in large parts of Germany. A wintry weather situation with Snow, freezing rain and frost<\/strong> increases the risk of Black ice<\/strong> clearly. The situation is particularly critical at the weekend and at the beginning of the coming week<\/strong>, when precipitation hits frozen ground.<\/p>\n

Snowfall and freezing rain as a dangerous combination<\/h2>\n

Meteorologists explain that milder air brings snow and sleet, which turns to rain in many places during the night and early morning. If this rain freezes on cold surfaces, a barely visible layer of ice forms within a very short time. In several regions, there may also be occasional heavy fresh snow<\/strong> which makes the traffic situation even more difficult.<\/p>\n

In many parts of the country Official black ice warnings<\/strong>, and in some cases higher warning levels. Both urban and rural areas are affected.<\/p>\n

Highest risk in the morning hours<\/h2>\n

The situation is particularly dangerous in the early in the morning and during rush hour<\/strong>. The change from snow to freezing rain makes roads, cycle paths and sidewalks slippery. Even areas that have already been gritted can quickly become icy again.<\/p>\n

Effects on traffic and everyday life<\/h2>\n

The weather situation has noticeable consequences:<\/p>\n