Avalanche forecast

Lochaber

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Highlights

LO for 22/03. Localised instabilities on steep NW, N, NE and E aspects above 1000m. Generally stable elsewhere. Avalanche hazard Low

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Avalanche Activity

LO for 22/03. Localised instabilities on steep NW, N, NE and E aspects above 1000m. Generally stable elsewhere. Avalanche hazard Low

Forecast Snow Stability: The snowpack will be generally stable. Localised instabilities will be present, mainly on steep North-West through North to East aspects above 1000 metres. Remaining cornices will become prone to collapse in the warm temperatures. The avalanche hazard will be Low.

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: It will remain dry with light to moderate South-Easterly winds over the summits. The freezing level will be above the summits. Observed Weather Influences: It has been a dry day with light winds. Freezing level fluctuated around the summits. ObservedSnowStability: The snowpack is generally stable. Some localised areas of instability are present, mainly on steep North-West through North to East aspects above 1000 metres. The avalanche hazard is Low.

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

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