Mt. Madison
Updated May 13, 12:35 AM
Conditions Summary
Current conditions on Mt. Madison are cold and windy, with summit temperatures around 21°F and wind chills near 3°F. Winds from the WNW are steady at 30 mph, with stronger gusts expected in the coming days. Precipitation in the form of rain is forecasted starting Wednesday, with sustained high winds and potential icing conditions above treeline. Cloud cover is moderate, and visibility is good, with the cloud base 630 ft above the summit. Recommendation: Caution advised due to cold temperatures, high winds, and precipitation risks. Consider postponing summit attempts until conditions improve.
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