There is no doubt that the formation of spectacular lenticular clouds is a magnificent sight for mountaineers. However their development sends out warning signs for those enjoying the mountain environment. In Spain’s Sierra Nevada they are commonplace, more especially in the winter when they can develop with startling rapidity.
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Cold temperatures mean snow making underway in Sierra Nevada

The sudden drop in temperatures have allowed the ski centre at Pradollano to start making snow. This mornings photo shows the snow machines in full swing. The cold temperatures are likely to remain with us for some time together with high winds. There is maybe a chance of real snow next Monday 9th November.
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The end of the summer and onset of autumn has been marked by early season snowfall in the Sierra Nevada. The last two days have brought over 20mm of rain to lower levels and snowfall above 2800m. Some of the fall has been in the form of “granizos” or large hailstones. Daytime temperatures have dropped by [...]
Read More snowfall, WeatherAlpujarra Weather Station Records – August 2009

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Meteo Exploration have for some time been a favourite weather resource of ours. Last winter in the Sierra Nevada we gained confidence in their forecasting abilities when they accurately predicted incoming fronts and wind speeds, all useful information in the depths of a high altitude winter. Spanish Highs Mountain Guides Mountain Weather They have recently [...]
Read More Mulhacen, WeatherAlpujarra Weather Station Records – March 2009
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