Avalanche forecast

Northern Cairngorms

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Highlights

NC for 01/04 Snow patches remain on high N through E to SE aspects. Avalanche hazard will be Low.

Avalanche Activity

NC for 01/04 Snow patches remain on high N through E to SE aspects. Avalanche hazard will be Low.

Forecast Snow Stability: Little change is expected. Snow patches will remain on corrie rims, steep corrie headwalls and high plateau areas, with deepest accumulations on North through East to South-East aspects above 1000 meters. These remaining snow patches will continue to diminish and will be well bonded and stable throughout. The avalanche hazard will be Low.

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: Strong Southerly winds. No precipitation forecast and a dry, clear and sunny day is expected. The freezing level will be well above the highest summits. Observed Weather Influences: Fresh Westerly winds. A clear, dry and sunny day with good visibility. The freezing level was well above the summits. ObservedSnowStability: Areas of snow remain. Primarily located on corrie rims, steep corrie headwalls and high plateau areas. The snow pack gained most depth on North through East to South-East aspects above 1000 meters. The snowpack continues to diminish and is well bonded and stable throughout. The avalanche hazard is Low.

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

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