MWIS Blog

Follow the latest musings of our MWIS forecasters discussing the intricacies of the British weather in the mountain environment. In addition our MWIS Ambassadors will be blogging on all aspects of adventure and safety in the mountains. A brief bio of our ambassadors can be found at the following link:

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Rachel's Snowdonia Way FKT
POSTED BY Rachel // 17th Jul 24

Extracts from Rachel's adventure across Wales, the Fastest Known Time unsupported for the Snowdonia Way.

Checklist for enjoying winter on the mountains
POSTED BY Rachel // 9th Dec 22

The temperatures have dropped, and walking at any altitude needs more attention as to what is needed in our packs.

The North wind shall blow……
POSTED BY Richard // 7th Dec 22

Experiencing cold northerlies in Britain and the Alps.

Thoughts on a stormy day out
POSTED BY Mehmet // 9th Dec 21

Experience of Storm Barra on the mountains.

A windy day in the hills
POSTED BY Richard // 19th Mar 21

Mountains can have a big influence on the strength and direction of the wind and this, in turn, can have a big influence on us.

How white were my hills….?
POSTED BY Richard // 6th Jan 21

Memories of snow and thoughts for the future.