Veľká Fatra

From the mid-elevations down, watch out for wet snow on all orientations.

The warm February weather has meant that snow cover is absent at lower elevations. Above it, there is a firn snow cover in the mid-altitude troughs and at the highest altitudes, which has been heavily waterlogged by rain and positive temperatures. Cracks have formed in several places, which have triggered foundation avalanches in many places. This situation will continue over the next few days, but at higher altitudes the snow cover is expected to harden as a result of the cooling.

From the mid-elevations down, watch out for wet snow on all orientations.

In the Fatras and Low Tatras there is a low avalanche danger - 1st degree from the 5-part international scale. Due to a slight cooling, the snow cover at the highest altitudes will harden and freeze, which will have a positive effect on its stability. The weather on Tuesday will be influenced by a pressure low advancing from the northwest. This will bring only light precipitation, which will be of a snowy character from 1200 m above sea level. From mid-altitudes below, mixed rain and snow and warm weather will continue to reduce stability by soaking the snow cover, so wet snow is the main avalanche problem. Wet snow avalanches or foundation avalanches from wet snow may occur, especially on slopes with visible gullies. Very steep couloirs with higher snow depths or significant avalanche paths will be dangerous.

With the expected weather patterns persisting. Compiled By : Martin Buliak