Ben Nevis for the last forecast of the season
15th April 2026
Mild temperatures and rain gave thaw conditions on Ben Nevis today. There were several surface instabilities noted, most likely caused by cornice collapse or icefall during the heavier rain last night. Some large cornices remain and will continue to be a hazard during milder spells.
The freezing level is forecast to fall to around 1200 metres on Thursday with some wet summit snow on the highest summits. The snowpack will continue to gradually consolidate through Thursday with thaw conditions at most levels.
Photos show conditions on Ben Nevis as we finish the 2025/6 forecasting season. Forecasts and blogs will restart in December 2026. Thanks for reading.
Observatory Gully area, Ben Nevis
Coire na Ciste, Ben Nevis
A closer look at the area between the Comb and Number 3 Gully Buttress. Some large cornices remain.
Number 5 Gully, Ben Nevis
The Castle Gullies, Ben Nevis
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Robin Carr
15th April 2026 5:32 pm
Thanks to you- and all the other teams- for the usual excellent information that helps everyone who enjoys the mountains, for the scientific data used to illustrate the various conditions encountered during the season and of course the wonderful pictures that illustrate your blog(s)
Enjoy your summer!
Colin
15th April 2026 7:17 pm
Thanks for all your informative posts.
Scott Whitehead
15th April 2026 8:22 pm
I haven’t made it to the Highlands this season but your posts have been interesting and informative throughout. Thanks very much – I’m counting down the months already for the return.
Phil Marsh
15th April 2026 9:21 pm
Thanks to all at SAIS for you brilliant reports this season. In all geographical areas!