Nock Mountains

Main problem: persistent weak layer

Main problem: persistent weak layer

Avalanche danger levels above 2000m are moderate, below that altitude danger is low. Avalanches of medium size can be triggered even by minimum additional loading in some places above 2200m, particularly on W/N/SE facing slopes and in transitions from shallow to deep snow. Danger zones increase with ascending altitude. Avalanches can reach medium size.

The snow on sunny slopes and at low altitudes can form a melt-freeze crust at night which then softens during the daytime. Exposed ridges and crests are windblown, gullies, bowls and slopes near forest rims are filled with snow. The transported snow has settled in the interim. Above 2000m the snowpack layering is generally unfavorable, several weak layers are evident with faceted crystals. Especially on north-facing slopes the covered surface hoar is prone to triggering.

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.