Avalanche forecast

Lochaber

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Avalanche danger

Above 900 m
2 · Moderate
Above 900 m
1 · Low
Below 900 m
1 · Low
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Highlights

LO for 17/3 Fresh instabilities forming mainly on steep N, NE and E aspects above 900m. Moderate hazard

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Avalanche Activity

LO for 17/3 Fresh instabilities forming mainly on steep N, NE and E aspects above 900m. Moderate hazard

Forecast Snow Stability: Fresh areas of windslab will form in areas sheltered from the South-Westerly winds. Greatest accumulations will be on steep North, North-East and East aspects above 900 metres. The avalanche hazard will be Moderate.

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: South-Westerly winds will increase during Thursday with fresh snow above 700 metres during the day. Observed Weather Influences: Some light snow showers above 700 metres overnight cleared to leave a dry day with light summit winds. ObservedSnowStability: Fresh areas of mainly unconsolidated snow are present on many aspects above 800 metres. Surface instabilities were noted on some steep slopes, notably those exposed to solar radiation. The avalanche hazard is Low.

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

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