As Germany prepares to welcome the New Year, weather conditions vary significantly across the country.

Northern regions, including Niedersachsen, Hamburg, and Schleswig-Holstein, face strong storms with wind speeds reaching up to 130 km/h in some areas.

Meteorologists advise against setting off fireworks in these regions due to safety concerns.

Meanwhile, central areas experience high fine dust pollution, worsened by firework emissions, posing health risks for those with respiratory issues.

In contrast, southern Germany enjoys calmer weather, with some regions even expecting sunshine after the fog clears.

Temperatures across the country range from 3 to 13 degrees Celsius, with colder conditions in areas with persistent fog.

The stormy weather is expected to ease gradually after New Year's Day.