Avalanche forecast

Lochaber

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Avalanche danger

Above 800 m
1 · Low
Above 800 m
2 · Moderate
Above 800 m
3 · Considerable
Below 800 m
1 · Low
Below 800 m
2 · Moderate
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Avalanche problems

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  • Cornices

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Avalanche Activity

Forecast Snow Stability: There will be a lot of snow blowing around in the strong winds. Areas of fresh unstable windslab will be deposited above 800 metres in sheltered locations on mainly West to North aspects where avalanches are likely. However, exposed windward aspects will tend to be scoured and stable. Fresh cornices will be prone to collapse. The avalanche hazard will be Considerable

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: After some overnight snow showers a period of persistent snow is expected through the day. The freezing level will be around 600 metres. Storm force winds will be from the South-East. Observed Weather Influences: A generally dry day with gale force South-Easterly winds. The freezing level was around 600 metres. ObservedSnowStability: Some areas of moderately bonded windslab remain above 900 metres in locations sheltered from the strong winds. These are mainly on West through North to North-East aspects. On other aspects and below 900 metres the snowpack tends to be firm and generally stable. The avalanche hazard is Moderate.

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

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