Gulmarg Region
Avalanche Danger
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
Above Treeline
4 - High
Near Treeline
2 - Moderate
Below Treeline
1 - Low
Danger Scale
Avalanche Problems (2)
Problem #1: Persistent Slab
Problem Type
Persistent Slab
Aspect/Elevation
Above Treeline
Near Treeline
Below Treeline
Likelihood
Unlikely
Possible
Likely
Very Likely
Certain
Size
Small (D1)
Large (D2)
Very Large (D3)
Historic (D4-5)
In many areas new storm snow load is supported by weak facets at the ground. Evidence of previous avalanches to ground are a reasonable means of terrain selection.
Problem #2: Wind Slab
Problem Type
Wind Slab
Aspect/Elevation
Above Treeline
Near Treeline
Below Treeline
Likelihood
Unlikely
Possible
Likely
Very Likely
Certain
Size
Small (D1)
Large (D2)
Very Large (D3)
Historic (D4-5)
Mountain Weather
This avalanche advisory is provided through a partnership between the Jammu and Kashmir State Department of Tourism and the Gulmarg Avalanche Center. This advisory covers the Pir Pinjal range accessible from the Gulmarg Ski Area. Click here for a map of the forecast area. This advisory describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur. This advisory expires 24 hours after the posted time unless otherwise noted. The information in this advisory is provided as public a service. The user of this information accepts all risks and responsibility.