Avalanche Service Styria

Wednesday 4 March 2026

Published 3 Mar 2026, 17:00:00


Danger level

1800m
Avalanche Problem
Persistent weak layer
1800m
Wet snow


Be aware of the persistent weak layer problem at high altitudes!

The avalanche danger is rated as moderate above 1800 metres. Wet loose snow avalanches from slopes that have not yet been discharged are still possible. There is still a persistent weak layer problem in the northern sector: in very steep gullies and bowls on the shady slopes, triggering of dry slab avalanches is possible with large additional loads.

Snowpack

During the night, the firmness of the snowpack surface increases again briefly. The snowpack has settled. Up to the high altitudes, the snowpack became wet or moist depending on the aspect. On the northern slopes of the higher elevations, the kinetic metamorphism (persistent weak layer problem) continues to weaken the snowpack.

Tendency

High pressure will bring bright sunny mountain weather for a few days from Thursday. Please note the daytime changes in avalanche risk.


Danger level



Persistent weak layer problem in the northern sector!

The avalanche risk is low. Wet loose snow avalanches cannot be ruled out in isolated cases on extremely steep terrain. In the Gurk and Seetal Alps, the triggering of a snow avalanche in the northern sector on extremely steep slopes cannot be ruled out.

Snowpack

During the night, the snowpack gains some firmness... The thawing is progressing! In the northern sector there is still a persistent weak layer problem in the Niedere Tauern, in the Hochschwab area but also in the Gruk and Seetal Alps above 1900 metres.

Tendency

High pressure will bring sunshine and mild temperatures. Slight daytime changes in the avalanche risk are expected.