After a spell of overcast skies and morning fog, central Europe is bracing for a notably cold weekend before temperatures climb back up next week. A high-pressure system centered over the British Isles has been steering cooler air from the north, bringing cloudy conditions and occasional drizzle through Thursday and Friday.

The real change arrives Saturday night when a cold front sweeps through from the north, ushering in rain and showers—and even snow in the mountains above 1,000 meters.While clouds will gradually clear by evening, the chill will linger. Sunday promises sunshine, though morning frosts could dip as low as -3°C in some areas, with daytime highs struggling to reach 12°C.

Relief is on the horizon. As a deep low-pressure system settles over the British Isles, warmer air from the south will begin streaming in during the following week.Monday will still feel crisp, with temperatures around 10°C and strengthening winds, but by mid-week, forecasts suggest highs could climb above 15°C—a welcome reprieve from the recent cold snap.

The trade-off? More clouds and the return of rain. From Tuesday onward, showers and occasional downpours are expected as weather fronts linked to the Atlantic low move through.Still, after days of gray skies and frosty mornings, the prospect of milder, autumn-friendly weather will likely come as a relief.

For now, bundle up for a brisk weekend, enjoy the sunshine while it lasts, and look forward to a warmer week ahead.