Chiemgau Alps East

A little more snow falls in western regions.

A little more snow falls in western regions.

The avalanche risk is low. Wet snow is the main problem. In particular, small loose snow avalanches can detach themselves from the rocky steep terrain in the sunlight. Smaller gliding avalanches are possible on individual, very steep slopes with smooth ground.

On very steep north-facing slopes at higher elevations, medium slab avalanches can also be triggered in isolated cases with a large additional load. This is particularly the case at transitions from a little to a lot of snow.

At higher altitudes, the new fallen snow comes to rest on a hard snow surface on the north side. Where it is transported by the wind, it can be bound together like boards. Where there is still a snowpack on the south side, the snow falls on a slightly damp snow surface, otherwise on the bare ground. Soft snow loses its bond with the sun's rays. Occasionally, weak layers of faceted crystals can be found deep under a compact snowpack on the shady slopes of higher summit and ridge areas adjacent to the summit. There is hardly any snow at low altitudes.

Depending on the amount of precipitation, the danger of dry avalanches may increase slightly towards the weekend.