Beinn Eighe
2nd February 2026
For the majority of the day observations looked doubtful due to being immersed in the cloud. Thankfully there were a few moments when it cleared to allow for the photos below. Snow cover on the North side of Beinn Eighe is reasonably extensive above 700 metres. The snow surface was variable – at times progress was slow going due to a breakable crust, but mainly the snow surface was firm and supportive. Between 750 and 850 metres, boulders were coated in verglas.
For tomorrow, there is uncertainty if snow will fall across the Torridon forecasting area. If it does, there will be discrepancies across the area. It is likely that the inland ranges will see some shallow fresh deposits. It is unlikely that the coastal mountains will get any fresh snow.
The North side of Being Eighe. The ridge line between Sgùrr Ban (970m) and Spidean Coire nan Clach (993m) came into view briefly.
Looking towards the Western end of Beinn Eighe, Coire Ruadh-staca and Coinneach Mhòr (976m).
Ruadh-stac Mòr made a very brief appearance. Spot the blue sky further West towards the coast.
Extensive rime on the summit plateau, extending out from rocks for 30cm in places. The rime grows into wind, hence the ‘arrow’ is pointing to where the wind has been coming from. Any guesses which way South-East might be?
Slioch (981m) emerging out of the clouds.
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