How To Check the Mountain Weather Forecast
FATMAP Ambassador and pro snowboarder, Xavier De Le Rue, explains his hints and tips for checking the weather forecast and using it to make your adventure plans.
Check out the full video below
XAV’S TIPS
Xav uses apps like YR.no and Meteo Swiss to see the weather forecast
In winter, he checks the local avalanche bulletin for detailed information on the snow pack
Xav uses the FATMAP Snow Layers to see depth, fresh snow and forecast - not only great for finding the best powder but also extremely useful in combination with the avalanche report.
He also makes great use of the Custom Layer on FATMAP, using it in tandem with the avalanche report to set the aspect, gradient and elevation of the risky areas for that day. The Custom Layer will then highlight these areas for you on the map, allowing you to make your riding plans for that day and avoid these zones.
More info on the custom layer here
The Customer Layer on the FATMAP app, available to Explore members
“By using FATMAP we gain so much information that’s crucial to the success of our mountain adventures”
SAFE ADVENTURES
Remember, FATMAP is a tool that can contribute to your planning, preparation and safety but is by no means the only resource you should use for your mountain adventures. Ensure you have all the right training, gear and knowledge you need so that you can get out there and have fun!
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See you out there,
Team FATMAP