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Heat record endangers health: Saarbrücken with 36.2 degrees!
On June 22, 2025, a new heat record of 36.2 degrees was achieved in Saarbrücken. Experts warn of health risks.
Heat record endangers health: Saarbrücken with 36.2 degrees!
On Sunday, June 22, 2025, a new heat record was measured in Saarbrücken: 36.2 degrees Celsius, as weather.com reports. This temperature is the highest of the year, according to the German Weather Service (DWD). What is particularly noteworthy is that this record exceeded the previous peak values in the region and Saarbrücken pushed the previous leader Kitzingen out of first place with 35.5 degrees on June 14th.
The heat wave that is sweeping across Germany is also evident in other cities. On Saturday, June 21st, a temperature of 32.8 degrees was recorded in Wutöschingen-Ofteringen (Baden-Württemberg). Further high values were measured in Potsdam (34.8 degrees) and Berlin-Tempelhof (34.7 degrees). Nevertheless, the record for June of 39.2 degrees, which was registered in Cottbus in 2022, remained untouched.
Notes on heat stress
The ongoing heat poses a challenge not only in terms of temperature records, but also in terms of health effects. According to the DWD, the frequency of heat waves has been increasing in Germany since the 1980s. A study that conducted surveys from 1950 to 2015 shows that heat periods with temperatures above 30 degrees occur significantly more frequently, especially in southern German cities. While northern cities such as Hamburg and Dresden register highs below 33 degrees, southern cities such as Mannheim and Munich regularly exceed this value.
The increased temperature can have serious health consequences, especially for older people, the chronically ill and small children. Warning signs of overexertion include circulatory problems, muscle cramps and dizziness, which should be taken seriously. On days with extreme heat stress, mortality is increased by 10-15%, as the health risks show. The DWD is providing information and warnings about deteriorating weather conditions, including heat warnings and a thermal hazard index.
Heat management measures
To prepare for the heat and minimize health risks, it is recommended to go to cool places and drink enough water. Windows and doors should be kept closed to keep the heat out. These simple tips can help mitigate the effects of the heat wave and prevent dangerous situations.
Overall, the increasing frequency and intensity of heat waves in Germany, which is caused by climate change, is becoming a serious public health issue, according to a specialist publication from the Federal Environment Agency. Recent weather data highlights the need to better adapt to climate challenges to protect public health.