Mt. Lafayette
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Mt. Lafayette

Elev 5,260 ft · Range Franconia Range · NH 4000 Footers · 1 report this week
Updated Mar 22, 12:11 AM

Conditions Summary

Current conditions on Mt. Lafayette are winter-like, with summit temperatures ranging from 9°F to 21°F over the next several days. Winds are moderate to strong, ranging from 10-20 mph, with wind chills dropping as low as -7°F. Snowfall is expected through Monday night, with light snow likely to continue intermittently through midweek. Traction is essential, and above-treeline conditions will be icy and exposed. Based on the forecast, hiking is not recommended unless you are fully prepared for extreme cold, snow, and ice.
AI-generated summary from NOAA, Observatory, and trail report data

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