Northern Cairngorms

Forecast Snow Stability: The snowpack will be moist and thawing at all elevations but generally stable throughout. Despite the thaw, snow cover will remain good above 800 metres, particularly in areas that have been sheltered from the wind. Cornices will be weak and prone to collapse. The avalanche hazard will be Low.

Forecast Weather Influences: The freezing level will remain well above the summits. Southerly gale force winds will decrease overnight to become strong. Dry initially with light rain expected from late morning onwards. Observed Weather Influences: Predominantly dry with the freezing level well above the summits. Gale force Southerly winds. ObservedSnowStability: The snowpack is moist and slowly thawing at all elevations with generally good stability throughout. Despite the thawing temperatures, cover remains good above 800 metres, particularly in areas that have been sheltered from the wind. Cornices are weak and prone to collapse. The avalanche hazard is Low.