THIS AVALANCHE ADVISORY EXPIRED ON January 21, 2021 @ 9:30 pm
Avalanche Advisory published on January 20, 2021 @ 9:30 pm
Issued by Brian Newman - Gulmarg Avalanche Center

We are enjoying stable avalanche conditions and the risk of a single rider triggering avalanches is unlikely.  Normal caution as a reminder; stay aware of potential risks in alpine terrain including cornices, loose snow avalanches in the form of facets found on steep sheltered slopes.  

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Alpine - 3000 meters and above
Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.

1. Low

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Transistional - Near 3000 meters
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.

1. Low

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Sub-Alpine - Below 3000 meters
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.
    Heightened avalanche conditions on specific terrain features. Evaluate snow and terrain carefully; identify features of concern.
Avalanche Problem 1: Wind Slab
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Weather and CURRENT CONDITIONS
weather summary

 Ongoing stable weather with unusually warm temperatures during the day and freezing temperatures at night.  These conditions are having a stabilizing effect on the snowpack.  This trend looks to continue into the coming days.

Snow Forecast

View detailed snow forecast for Gulmarg at:

snow-forecast.com

Disclaimer

This avalanche advisory is provided through a partnership between the Jammu and Kashmir State Department of  Tourism and the Gulmarg Avalanche Center. This advisory covers the Pir Pinjal range accessible from the Gulmarg Ski Area. Click here for a map of the forecast area.  This advisory describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur. This advisory expires 24 hours after the posted time unless otherwise noted. The information in this advisory is provided as public a service.  The user of this information accepts all risks and responsibility. ​