霧雨と低温続く。八本歯のコルは滑りやすい

Mount Kita summit currently experiences light drizzle with a temperature of 3.3°C, feeling like 1°C due to 99% humidity and visibility below 1km. The temperature difference from the base is over 10°C, indicating a significant drop as elevation increases.
Light drizzle will persist throughout the day with temperatures around 4°C. Ground conditions will be consistently wet and muddy. Particular caution is advised on the rocky sections near Hachihonba-no-Koru, where wet surfaces increase the risk of slips and falls. Low visibility further amplifies the danger of rockfall and accidental slips.
Essential gear includes a full waterproof rain suit, warm layers such as a mid-layer fleece and an insulated jacket, gloves, and a beanie. Maintain proper layering to prevent hypothermia, both during activity and rest, as the constant dampness significantly lowers perceived temperature. Winds are light, with gusts up to 6.3m/s, posing no significant strong wind risk, and no thunderstorms are forecast. Therefore, the primary concerns for today's ascent are hypothermia and the risk of slipping on wet terrain.
While drizzle continues into the night, precipitation probability decreases significantly after midnight, with clearing skies expected towards early morning. By early morning, the forecast indicates partial to mostly clear skies, but low temperatures will persist around 3°C. It is crucial to avoid spending the night in wet clothing to prevent severe hypothermia; plan for an early finish to your activities and ensure a dry change of clothes is available at your shelter.