Snow report Roof tile, 12/26/2014

Snow condition

Significantly improved. There was an average of around 30 cm to 40 cm of fresh snow on the glacier. The amount of fresh snow is difficult to estimate due to the strong wind, today from the west/southwest. Some places around 20 cm and others around 1 m. Most of the crevasses on the glacier are now covered in snow. In the valley, the snow conditions are still below average. 3 stars at the top and one star at the bottom, making a total of 2 stars.

Snow quality

Surprisingly good despite the strong wind! The cold powder was very easy to ski. When riding in reasonably sheltered terrain, you hardly noticed the influence of the wind. However, in wind corridors, the cold powder was completely blown away. The choice of route is crucial for good snow.

Not relaxed! The wind is blowing the cold fresh snow massively. The different layers of fresh snow and the snow flags alone (as long as you could still see anything) should have been a warning sign. On the ascent and descent, we occasionally encountered very dull snow. Especially steep leeward slopes and leeward gullies should be judged very critically.

Overall impression

Weather day! Cold fresh snow and wintry temperatures, winter has arrived. Unfortunately, the visibility was quite diffuse and the wind was getting stronger, which led to an early return.