The morning note · Saturday, October 17, 2026

Rain due on the Rhine lifts this week's odds to 18 percent

Rain is due in the Alpine headwaters above Basel, about 34 millimeters over the next seven days against a normal 22 for mid-October. The Rhine's chance of sailing as planned this week has moved from 7 percent yesterday to 18 percent today. Maxau hasn't felt it yet, sitting at 290 centimeters and still at low water, which at this depth usually means lighter loading or a coach ride to a sister ship rather than a canceled cruise. The Danube at Pfelling fell 3 centimeters to 231.

This was the picture on Saturday, October 17, 2026. The water moves daily, so if you are planning a cruise, start with today's check for your own dates rather than an older note.