Old snow
Avalanche prone locations
In particular in southwest to north to southeast facing aspects above approximately 2200m.
Danger description
Distinct weak layers exist in the bottom section of the snowpack. Avalanches can be released by a single winter sport participant and reach dangerously large size. Whumpfing sounds and the formation of shooting cracks when stepping on the snowpack can indicate the danger.
The somewhat older wind slabs are to be evaluated with care and prudence in particular in very steep terrain.
Defensive route selection is advisable.
Gliding avalanches
Small to medium-sized gliding avalanches are to be expected below approximately 2400 m.
As a consequence of warming during the day and solar radiation moist snow slides and avalanches are possible. This applies in particular on steep sunny slopes.