Weak, unconsolidated snow will sluff underfoot in steep terrain. Be cautious as these loose dry avalanches can quickly build mass.Snow in the short range forecast should bring a welcome refresh to the region.
Lawinenprobleme
Wind Slabs
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
Hochgebirge
Waldgrenze
Unterhalb der Waldgrenze
Wahrscheinlichkeit
Possible
Größe
1–2
Be aware of steep gully features that may be loaded enough to release a small slab.
Loose Dry
N
NE
E
SE
S
SW
W
NW
Hochgebirge
Waldgrenze
Unterhalb der Waldgrenze
Wahrscheinlichkeit
Possible
Größe
1–2
Main concern is for weak, unconsolidated snow on steep rocky features as well as areas in the alpine where a small sluff can build mass.
Weather Forecast
Steady, seasonally mild temps in the -5 to -10 degree range. Generally light SW winds; gusting at ridge tops. Trace amounts of snow over night and through the day Sunday, continuing into the beginning of the week and accumulating to as much as 10 to 15cm by Tuesday.
Snowpack Summary
Multiple crusts still present, hiding below weak and faceted snow. Isolated pockets of wind slab above treeline. The midpack is generally supportive at treeline and into the alpine.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches observed or reported
Confidence
Intensity of incoming weather systems is uncertain on Sunday