Lower Tauern Central

Main problem: weak layers in old snow at high altitudes

Main problem: weak layers in old snow at high altitudes

Avalanche danger levels are moderate. Avalanches can be triggered even by minimum additional loading in some places above 2200m. Danger zones occur particularly on north-facing slopes above 2200m. Danger zones increase in frequency with ascending altitude. Avalanches can be medium-sized. Caution urged in transitions from shallow to deep snow. Glide-snow avalanches of medium size can trigger at any time of day or night. Circumvent zones below glide cracks.

At night on sunny slopes and at low altitudes, a melt-freeze crust can form which then softens during the course of the day. The fresh snow has been transported far-reachingly. Exposed ridges and crests are windblown, gullies and bowls are filled to the brim even at the forest rims. The most recent snowfall has settled well, it is still loose on north-facing slopes. Above 2200m the snowpack layering is generally unfavorable with several weak layers of faceted crystals. Over small areas faceted crystals at ground-level layers at low altitudes are still prone to triggering. The entire snowpack can glide over steep rock plates or grassy slopes.

Nocturnal skies will be star-studded. Winds will be light everywhere. On Sunday, splendid weather with lots of sunshine, outstanding visibility. In high alpine regions moderately strong W/NW winds will be feelable. At 2000m: +4 degrees; at 3000m: -3 degrees.