Creag Meagaidh

CM for 15/03/23 New weak windslab on NW through N to E and SE aspects above 950m. Avalanche hazard - Moderate.

CM for 15/03/23 New weak windslab on NW through N to E and SE aspects above 950m. Avalanche hazard - Moderate.

Forecast Snow Stability: Redistribution of snow is anticipated. New weak windslab will begin to gain depth on steep North-East to South-East aspects above 950 metres during the course of the morning. More extensive windslab on North-West to North aspects much later. Weak new cornice development also expected over steepest lee slopes. Better stability on less steep ground, at lower altitudes, and where recently wind-scoured. The avalanche hazard will be Moderate.

Forecast Weather Influences: Some late snow showers otherwise dry. Remaining very cold. Moderate North-West winds backing to fresh South-Easterly by late afternoon. Observed Weather Influences: Occasional early snow showers then dry. Cold but noticeable warmth from the sun during clearer periods. Light to moderate North-Easterly, later Northerly winds. ObservedSnowStability: Shallow low density weak windslab is present on steep East through South to South-West aspects above 1000 metres. Light sporadic drifting at plateau level. Weak cornices in place over most recent lee slopes. Minor cornice collapse observed at 11:30 hrs at 1030 metres on a South-South-East aspect high above Coire Ardair. Weak warmth from the sun bringing some early consolidation to snow on sun-exposed slopes. Good stability where recently wind-scoured. The avalanche hazard is Moderate.