Allgäu Alps Central

Caution: fresh snowdrifts!

Caution: fresh snowdrifts!

Avalanche danger is moderate (danger level 2), above the treeline it increases to considerable as the day progresses. Fresh snowdrifts are the main problem. On steep ridgeline slopes (>30°) in N/E/S aspects as well as in wind-loaded gullies and bowls snowdrifts can be triggered by 1 person. Frequency and size of avalanche prone locations increase with ascending altitude during the course of the day. Avalanches can reach medium size. At intermediate altitudes glide snow avalanches can in addition release naturally, in particular on steep grassy slopes that have previously been bare of snow. Glide snow avalanches can attain medium size.

On Friday the snow of the last few days will be transported when westerly winds set in. In particular at higher altitudes the snow is still powdery; snowdrifts will accumulate that are partly extensive. Weak intermediate layers that formed while precipitations paused and graupel layers can make the snowpack structure unstable. At intermediate altitudes the snow of the last few days has already settled considerably and is becoming increasingly moist and heavy. The snowpack base is wet. Gliding movements of snow masses over smooth ground are the consequence.

Precipitations are forecast, avalanche situation will therefore remain tense.