Update of the avalanche forecast for Monday 16 February 2026.

Weak layers in the old snowpack necessitate caution. Fresh wind slabs require caution.

all day it applies above 1800 meter considerable avalanche danger, so danger level three, below low avalanche danger, so danger level one.

all day, above 1800 meter, we have a persistent weak layer problem. Especially in the aspects West to North to East. Furthermore, all day, above 2000 meter, we have a wind slab problem. This in all aspects.

Avalanches can be released in the weakly bonded old snow, this applies in case of a single winter sport participant. Caution is to be exercised in particular on steep west, north and east facing slopes above approximately 1800 m. In many cases avalanches are medium-sized. Isolated whumpfing sounds can indicate the danger. As a consequence of new snow and a moderate to strong wind, avalanche prone wind slabs formed in particular adjacent to ridgelines and in gullies and bowls. This applies in particular at elevated altitudes. The fresh wind slabs can be released by a single winter sport participant, but they will be small in most cases. The number and size of avalanche prone locations will increase with altitude.

And now the snowpack:

Over a wide area 10 cm of snow has fallen above approximately 1500 m. As a consequence of a gusty wind, sometimes avalanche prone wind slabs formed. The wind slabs are lying on surface hoar in some places. Above approximately 1800 m: The snowpack will be in some cases prone to triggering. Distinct weak layers exist in the old snowpack. Little snow will fall on Monday.

The tendency for Tuesday 17 February 2026 indicates a steady avalanche danger.

Have a nice day and don't forget to be careful!