Ground Conditions
Time: At the summit around 1400
Snow above: no snow observed
Route taken: PyG path
Next report: Tuesday 21-4-26
Conditions
No snow or ice was seen on the path during today's observations, although there is a possibility of some frost and ice overnight in the coming days (see Additional Information below).
A mostly gray and cloudy day, with significant winds. Starting wet, but gradually lifting during the day.
Essential equipment
Suitable seasonal walking equipment, including lighting (such as a headtorch or two each).
Carrying microspikes will offer safer options on the mountain (see Additional Information below).
Additional Information
On the Friday of the report the forecast suggests that the temperature at the summit will be slightly above freezing during the day, and close to or below freezing during the night in the coming days. The temperature at the summit is forecast to be as low as -1ºC (feeling like it is as low as -8ºC at times).
This means that significant snow and ice conditions are not likely in the coming days, but some frost or ice is likely. These icier conditions are likely to develop overnight, but they may also continue into the following day at times. Any snow seems unlikely, but there is also some possibility at times.
With significant northerly and easterly winds and clear spells, although it may feel relatively warm out of the wind in full sun, it can also feel very cold in the wind at less sunny times.