Published20. November 2024, 18:36
Deep RenateHow much snow falls in your region? 3 cases for the flatlands
On Thursday, Tief Renate moves from Brittany towards the Alpine region. For Switzerland this means: There could be up to 40 centimeters of fresh snow in the lowlands.
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On Thursday a low will move from Brittany towards the Alpine region.
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Up to 30 centimeters of new snow is expected in the lowlands over the next few days.
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There can be up to half a meter of fresh snow in the mountains.
Heavy snow is expected across Switzerland this afternoon and evening on Thursday and Friday night. With moderate to high snow intensity, especially during the evening hours, ten to 25 centimeters of fresh snow is likely to fall in widespread places and up to 30 centimeters in some areas by Friday morning.
According to Meteoschweiz, there could be a lot of fresh snow, especially in central and eastern Mittelland and in northwestern Switzerland – depending on how the clouds clear. The meteorologists created three scenarios.
Scenario 1: Lots of snow in northern and eastern Switzerland
“At the moment, the most plausible model version is that it snows continuously into the lowlands northeast of the cantons of Aargau-Solothurn,” writes Meteoschweiz in the weather blog.
One scenario could bring a lot of snow to the north and east. According to the calculation, around 20 to 30 centimeters of fresh snow could fall in northern Switzerland.
In eastern Switzerland, new snow amounts of between 30 and 40 centimeters were possible by Friday evening. “Towards Schaffhausen and the Lake Const
Case for the north and east of Switzerland, until Friday at twelve o’clock. (Dark green 20-30 centimeters, green 30-40 centimeters, light green 40-50 centimeters of fresh snow, yellow more than 50 centimeters.)
Meteoschweiz
Scenario 2: Lots of snow in the midwest
However, the snow clouds could also become emptier in
the west: then the mid-west will receive a lot of fresh snow. We are talking about ten to 25, in some places even up to 30 centimeters. According to calculations, up to 30 centimeters of fresh snow can be made in the Jura and the region around Lake Neuchâtel.
According to the forecast for the western Mittelland, up to half a meter of fresh snow could fall in Valais and the Bernese Alps.
Case of north-west Switzerland, until Friday at twelve o’clock. (Dark green 20-30 centimeters, green 30-40 centimeters, light green 40-50 centimeters of fresh snow, yellow more than 50 centimeters.)
Meteoschweiz
Average case: Up to 30 centimeters in the lowlands
The average (median) scenario assumes that everyone gets a little snow. “We are currently assuming that ten to 25, and in some areas even up to 30 centimeters of fresh snow will fall, especially in central and eastern Mittelland and northwestern Switzerland, even at the lowest altitudes. At altitudes above about 800 meters, up to 40 cm is possible.”
The median, until Friday, twelve o’clock. (Dark green 20-30 centimeters, green 30-40 centimeters, light green 40-50 centimeters of fresh snow, yellow more than 50 centimeters.)
The risk of gusts is likely to be set to at least level 3 on Friday.
Potential dangers in the lowlands
“This means that roads will often be covered with snow at times and therefore difficult road conditions,” the meteorologists said. It is advisable, especially on Friday mornings, to plan more time for the commute to work. “If you haven’t changed to winter tires yet, you should definitely leave your car parked,” says Meteonews.
Due to the larger amounts of fresh snow, branches and trunks must also be broken. ”The trees are far from all their leaves, which means that the snow can accumulate on the branches and under certain circumstances they can break under the weight,” explains Meteonews. In some cases, entire trees could lift under the weight of the snow. “In any case, caution is advised when walking in the snow-covered forest on Friday.”
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How does significant snowfall in the Bernese Alps affect skiing conditions and travel safety?
The Bernese Alps are a stunning mountain range located in Switzerland, known for their breathtaking beauty and outdoor adventure opportunities. As of the latest weather updates, the region is experiencing significant snowfall, particularly in northwestern Switzerland and central areas.
Snow Forecast
- North-west Switzerland: Predictions indicate fresh snowfall accumulation ranging from 20 to over 50 centimeters by Friday, noon:
– Dark Green Areas: 20-30 cm
– Green Areas: 30-40 cm
– Light Green Areas: 40-50 cm
– Yellow Areas: More than 50 cm
- Average Scenarios: Across the lowlands, an average of 10 to 30 centimeters of snow is expected, with higher altitudes (around 800 meters) potentially receiving up to 40 centimeters.
Weather Conditions
- The forecasts suggest that wind gusts may reach at least level 3, increasing the likelihood of challenging weather conditions.
This winter weather is likely to attract both skiers and snow enthusiasts to the Bernese Alps, enhancing the region’s winter sports appeal. As always, it’s essential for visitors to check conditions and prepare accordingly for winter travel.
