Please see disclaimer . We had many discussions internally as to which to use, and then sampled some opinion from other sources. We came to a decision to introduce this service using feet, as it was felt that on balance more people either thought in, or, would understand, reference to units measured in feet, than in the metric equivalent. However when we review this service in the spring, we will take into account any feedback on this subject. In order to help us make a final decision on this please feel free to use our online poll .
All temperatures used in the forecast are in degrees Centigrade.
We intend to add 3000 foot temperatures to the Outlook Panels in due course. A circular symbol denotes that the wind will be varaible in direction. This can occur with very light winds generally in a high pressure situation, or when an area of low pressure is centred close to or over the area, or when an area of low pressure is expected to track across the area bringing significant change in wind direction. Which situation applies should be clear from studying other parameters of the forecast including the overview text on the first page of the mountain service. Freezing Levels are given to the nearest 500 feet.