Variations of Nivometeorological Parameters During the Winter Season 2023-2024

The paper presents and analyze snow and meteorological parameters of the 2023-2024 winter, measured at the meteorological stations with nivological program (Predeal, Sinaia 1500, Parâng, Semenic, Vlădeasa, Ceahlău-Toaca, Iezer, Călimani, Țarcu, Bâlea-Lac, Vârful-Omu), as well as the estimated avalanche risk for each monitored massif. The aim of that study is to highlight the importance of avalanche monitoring and snow studies in the mountainous areas affected by avalanches, in order to provide a daily estimation of avalanche risk. The data used are daily meteorological and nivological observations from the mountain meteorological stations with nivological program. In order to improve avalanche risk forecasting, both observations at the snow surface and inside the snowpack are needed, together with a detailed weather forecast.