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TOR for 17/3 Generally good stability throughout the period with a consolidation trend at all levels. Av Hazard Low.

Avalanche Activity

TOR for 17/3 Generally good stability throughout the period with a consolidation trend at all levels. Av Hazard Low.

Forecast Snow Stability: Generally good stability throughout the period with a consolidation trend at all levels in the expected slow thaw conditions. The most recent shallow snow cover will be soft and moist, with deeper drifts on South to West aspects, mainly above 850 metres. The old snowpack will remain firm and well bonded, mainly lying on high North to East aspects, predominantly on the more inland mountains. The avalanche hazard will be Low.

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: After some light rain, sleet and snow at summit level this evening, it will be a largely dry and mild day. The freezing level will remain above the summits, peaking at plus 4C at 1000 metres mid afternoon. The strong South-East wind will gradually moderate through the period, veering South overnight. Observed Weather Influences: A dry and largely sunny day with occasional summit cloud. Moderate East wind, strengthening through the day. Rising freezing level, around 750 metres late morning. ObservedSnowStability: Generally good stability throughout. Most recent snow is soft and mostly shallow, thawing at lower elevations, with good cover above 850 metres. Deeper drifts exist on some South to West aspects above 800 metres. The old snowpack remains firm and well bonded, mainly lying on high North to East aspects, particularly on the more inland mountains. The avalanche hazard is Low.

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

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