Weather

Weather

The weather in the alpine region can change very quickly. The Wetterstein

mountain range, for example, has therefore received its name. If you want to

avoid standing on a mountain peak during a storm or thunderstorm, you

should always carefully inform yourself about the current weather conditions.

Despite careful research and planning, however, it can happen that the

weather changes on the way and an abortion of the tour must then be

weighed up. Photography in the Alps is not always plannable and possible.

For example, if you are looking for beautiful photos in the fog or great cloud

formations, you need luck and some advance planning. A comprehensive

weather site for photographers is Windy (www.windy.com). You can even get

information about cloud bases here and who wouldn't want to stand on the

summit above a sea of clouds?

Season selection

Each season exerts its own charm and has its own beauty that can be

captured via photos. From blooming, fresh green meadows in spring, to icy

frozen lakes in winter. In the Alps, the conditions for touring change depending

on the season. Peaks that are easy to climb in summer can become difficult

tours in winter. Hiking regions can become a winter sports paradise in the cold

season and are then accessible only with snowshoes or skis.

Therefore, please inform yourself beforehand, e.g. in case of snow, whether

the area is easily passable. Please pay attention to the current avalanche

situation.