Even today, possible local plates on the Primorsky
The article reports on weather conditions in Slovenia, highlighting potential local showers and thunderstorms, particularly on the Primorska region. According to forecasts from the Slovenian Environment Agency (Arso), cold fronts will bring occasional showers and possible thunderstorms on the southwest part of the country. The Primorska region, which experienced significant damage from a storm cell on Friday, will continue with efforts to address the resulting damage. Weather patterns indicate mostly cloudy skies with some sunshine in the interior, while winds from the east will increase, leading to light storms in the afternoon on the coast. The worst impacts were reported on the Primorska region, where 15 structures were damaged, five severely, and a residential block's roof was uncovered in Cerknica. Stronger downpours and wind gusts up to nearly 100 km/h were recorded on the coast, while lower wind speeds were observed in central and eastern Slovenia.
Heavy clouds over Slovenia brought partial relief after weeks of heat and drought, with cooling temperatures and rainfall easing the situation. The change in weather came after prolonged high temperatures and dry conditions, which had raised concerns about fire risks and water shortages. On Friday, a storm system swept through the country, bringing much-needed rain but also causing damage in several areas, particularly along the coast. The weather shift began with a noticeable drop in temperatures and widespread rainfall, which helped replenish soil moisture and reduce the risk of wildfires. According to the Agency for Environment of the Republic of Slovenia (Arso), the weather outlook for the coming days appears more stable, though some localised showers and thunderstorms remain possible. However, the storm system that passed through on Friday caused damage to more than ten buildings in the area around Komen on the Adriatic Coast. Wind speeds reached nearly 100 kilometers per hour in coastal regions, while central and eastern parts of the country saw gusts ranging from 70 to 80 kilometers per hour. On Saturday, Arso predicted mostly cloudy skies across inland Slovenia, with some sunshine expected on the coast. Occasional localised rainfall was forecasted, with the possibility of thunderstorms in the south-western part of the country. A light breeze would blow from the east, with a slight increase in wind strength in the afternoon on the coast. Maximum daytime temperatures were expected to range between 21 and 24 degrees Celsius, reaching up to 28 degrees Celsius on the coast. Sunday's forecast indicated more sunny conditions, although northern Slovenia would remain cloudier. Temperatures would be cooler compared to previous hot days, with minimum morning temperatures ranging from 12 to 16 degrees Celsius, and up to 22 degrees Celsius on the coast. Daytime temperatures would rise to between 22 and 26 degrees Celsius, with the coast potentially reaching 30 degrees Celsius. Light breezes were expected to continue on the coast. Monday’s weather outlook suggested a further improvement, with partly clear skies and some cloud cover remaining mainly in northern Slovenia, where isolated showers could occur in the afternoon. Morning temperatures would be significantly cooler than during the recent heatwave, ranging from 12 to 16 degrees Celsius, with the coast seeing temperatures between 18 and 22 degrees Celsius. Daytime temperatures would reach between 22 and 26 degrees Celsius, with the coast possibly hitting 30 degrees Celsius again. Light breezes would persist along the coast. Tuesday’s forecast indicated another potential shift in weather conditions following Monday’s relatively sunny day. Partly cloudy skies were expected, with the possibility of localised showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Despite this, temperatures would remain moderate due to the prevailing easterly winds, keeping them lower than during the last heatwave period. Arso noted that while there would be no major weather alerts for today and the coming days, isolated stronger showers and thunderstorms could still occur, especially on Tuesday. According to data from Meteoinfo Slovenia, two distinct thunderstorm fronts have passed through Slovenia in the past two days, bringing heavy rainfall primarily to western and central parts of the country. In some of the most affected areas, the amount of rainfall recorded in just two days equaled the typical monthly average for August. For instance, Vrhnika received 123 liters of rain per square meter, slightly less than the 119 liters recorded in Logatec. Other areas such as Topola, Ljubljana, and Otlica also experienced significant rainfall, with amounts ranging from 95 to 103 liters per square meter. In contrast, the eastern part of the country saw much lower rainfall, typically between 10 and 30 liters per square meter. This substantial rainfall has effectively compensated for the deficit in precipitation experienced throughout August, making this year’s August wetter than usual in these regions. While the immediate threat of extreme weather has subsided, Arso continues to monitor the situation, noting that scattered showers and thunderstorms might still occur, particularly on Tuesday. The focus of weather activity is shifting towards southern Slovenia, indicating that the impact of the recent storm systems is gradually diminishing.
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