Avalanche forecast

Lochaber

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Avalanche danger

Above 1,000 m
1 · Low
Above 1,000 m
2 · Moderate
Below 1,000 m
1 · Low
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LO for 16/3. Localised instabilities will develop mainly on steep N, NE and E aspects 1000m. Mostly stable elsewhere.Av Haz Moderate

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LO for 16/3. Localised instabilities will develop mainly on steep N, NE and E aspects 1000m. Mostly stable elsewhere.Av Haz Moderate

Forecast Snow Stability: The existing snowpack will remain generally stable. Some fresh windslab will form in sheltered locations overnight. Greatest accumulations will be on steep North, North-East and East aspects above 1000m. The avalanche hazard will be Moderate.

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: There will be a period of snow overnight above 800m accompanied by Moderate to Strong South-Westerly winds. Winds will become light overnight. Observed Weather Influences: It has been a dry day with strong Southerly winds over the summits. The freezing level has been around 900 metres. ObservedSnowStability: The snowpack is generally stable at all levels. Some localised instabilities are present on some steep North-West, North and North-East aspects above 1000m. The avalanche hazard is Low.

Bulletin data: Scottish Avalanche Information Service (via EAWS / avalanche.report)

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