Avalanche forecast

Lochaber

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Highlights

LO for 25/1. Snowpack refreezing. No significant new snow accumulations are expected. Low avalanche hazard

Avalanche Activity

LO for 25/1. Snowpack refreezing. No significant new snow accumulations are expected. Low avalanche hazard

Forecast Snow Stability: During Wednesday morning, the existing snowpack will start to refreeze above 900m. There will be a dusting of new snow, but no significant accumulations are expected. The avalanche hazard will be Low

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: Overnight rain will clear to light snow showers above 900m early on Wednesday morning. Moderate to strong Westerly winds over the summits Observed Weather Influences: It has been a damp day with the freezing level above the summits. Moderate South-Westerly winds ObservedSnowStability: The snowpack is continuing to thaw and consolidate at all levels. Snowpack stability is generally good however remaining cornices are unstable. The avalanche hazard is Low

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

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