Extreme Heat Warning Issued for Hesse

The German Weather Service has issued an official warning for extreme heat in Hesse for Saturday and Sunday, as the region faces another day of serious heat stress.

The warning covers significant heat stress at elevations of up to 800 meters on Saturday and up to 600 meters on Sunday. The agency is advising people to drink enough water, avoid direct sunlight and refrain from strenuous physical activity.

Weekend heat risk

The warning comes as parts of Germany continue to deal with a broader heatwave. For Hesse, the concern is not only high temperatures but the health burden created by sustained heat exposure, especially for people outdoors or doing physical work.

According to the warning, Saturday is expected to bring the stronger reach of the heat into higher elevations, while the affected zone narrows slightly on Sunday.

What residents are being told

The German Weather Service recommends a simple set of precautions: drink plenty of fluids, stay out of direct sun where possible, and avoid physically demanding tasks during the hottest part of the day.

Those measures are aimed at reducing the risk of heat-related illness, which rises when people are exposed to intense warmth for long periods, especially during exercise or work outside.

What comes next

WELT first reported the warning on June 27, 2026 at 08:58 UTC. Further updates would likely come if the German Weather Service adjusts the warning level or if state or local authorities in Hesse issue their own heat advisories.