191206CNPABdPaper2 Annex1 CXCCairngormsSnowCoverReport- FINAL - 2Dec19

This document contains a summary assessment of snow cover and climate change in the Cairngorms National Park. Scientists studied historical weather data and used climate models to predict future snow cover. They found a clear decrease in snow cover since 1969, linked to rising temperatures. Future projections show this trend continuing and accelerating, with significantly less snow expected after 2030, particularly at lower elevations. However, there will be year-to-year variations, and some years may experience similar or slightly greater snow cover than in the past. The study also discusses the potential impacts of reduced snow cover on the park's ecology and hydrology. Further research is needed to better understand the complex relationship between weather and snow cover, and to refine future projections.