Avalanche forecast

Glencoe

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Avalanche danger

800 m–1,200 m
1 · Low
700 m–800 m
1 · Low
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Avalanche Activity

Forecast Snow Stability: The existing snowpack will be well bonded, very firm and stable. There will be a superficial covering of new snow above around 700 metres, although new snow amounts are not expected to be significant. The avalanche hazard will be Low

Snowpack Structure

Forecast Weather Influences: Light precipitation during the early part of the night will initially be rain at most levels turning to snow above around 700 metres as the freezing level falls and precipitation clears, a dry day will follow. The freezing level will fall to around 700 metres then gradually rise again to reach around 1200 metres by the end of the day. West-South-Westerly winds will be strong overnight gradually decreasing to become light. Observed Weather Influences: A dry clear day with strong South-South-Westerly winds. The freezing level is around 1000 metres. ObservedSnowStability: The snowpack is well bonded and stable. The snow surface is hard and icy in most locations. The avalanche hazard is Low.

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

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