Baden-Württemberg shatters February heat records with springlike surge

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Baden-Württemberg shatters February heat records with springlike surge

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Alex Duffy
Alex Duffy
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23 Degrees in February: Southwest Likely Breaks Old Record - Baden-Württemberg shatters February heat records with springlike surge

Baden-Württemberg experienced record-breaking warmth in late February 2024, with several weather stations across the state logging their highest-ever temperatures for the month. The German Weather Service (DWD) confirmed the unusual springlike conditions in the southwest region. On February 27, Ohlsbach in the Ortenau district hit 23.0°C (73.4°F), setting a new state record for news, surpassing the previous February high of 22.5°C (72.5°F), which had stood since 1960. The milestone marked the warmest weather ever recorded in Baden-Württemberg during winter. Stuttgart also saw a new monthly peak, reaching 21.5°C. Other stations across southwestern Germany reported similar record-breaking readings. The DWD noted that multiple locations experienced temperatures far above typical February averages. The unseasonable warmth brought springlike conditions weeks ahead of schedule, with many areas seeing prolonged sunshine and mild winds, contributing to the unusual spike in temperatures. The new records highlight a significant shift from historical February weather patterns, with some records broken by nearly a full degree. The DWD continues to monitor the situation as the region adjusts to the unexpected warmth.