North and center of Aran

Dry slab avalanches are the main danger.

Dry slab avalanches are the main danger.

The fresh wind slabs are mostly small but can be released easily. Especially in the east and above approximately 2000 m the avalanche prone locations are more prevalent. In the northern half of Aran these avalanche prone locations are more rare and the danger is lower. Apart from the danger of being buried, restraint should be exercised in view of the danger of avalanches sweeping people along and giving rise to falls. As the penetration by moisture increases more small gliding avalanches are possible below approximately 2300 m. Areas with glide cracks are to be avoided.

5 to 10 cm of snow, and even more in some localities, fell in the past few hours above approximately 2000 m. The wind was moderate to strong. The southerly wind has transported the new snow significantly. The more recent wind slabs are lying on unfavourable layers on shady slopes in high Alpine regions. Low and intermediate altitudes: The surface of the snowpack will soften during the day. At intermediate altitudes there are 30 to 50 cm of snow, and even more in some localities. At elevated altitudes snow depths vary greatly, depending on the infuence of the wind.

Gradual decrease in danger of dry avalanches.