On extremely steep sunny slopes, small moist loose-snow avalanches expected
Avalanche danger is moderate. Main problem: new snow. Due to solar radiation, small loose snow avalanches can trigger naturally in steep rocky terrain in all aspects. On steep slopes with smooth ground, in addition, glide-snow avalanches are possible. On the Main Allgau Ridge these releases can grow to medium size in isolated cases.
Snowpack
Widespread 20cm of new snow, in the Allgäu at highest altitudes in the Allgau up to half a meter of new snow, deposited atop a stable old snowpack or bare ground. In near surface layers the fresh fallen snow is often deposited atop a breakable melt-freeze crust. The snowpack basis is wet over far-reaching areas.
Tendency
Transition to springtime conditions, including daytime rise in avalanche danger
Danger level
Avalanche Problem
New snow
Small moist and wet loose-snow avalanches are possible in the sunshine
Avalanche danger is low. In isolated cases, new snow can be a problem. Small loose-snow slides can trigger naturally in extremely steep terrain wherever sufficient snow has fallen due to solar radiation.
Snowpack
Widespread 20cm of new snow, deposited atop a stable old snowpack or bare ground. In near surface layers the fresh fallen snow is often deposited atop a thin melt-freeze crust or a thoroughly wet old snowpack. The snowpack basis is wet over far-reaching areas.
Tendency
Transition to springtime conditions, including daytime rise in avalanche danger