Uintas

Today's avalanche danger is pretty straight-forward and easily managed with terrain choices-

While the avalanche danger is generally LOW across the range, there are isolated places where you could trigger an old wind drift, especially in steep terrain above treeline in the wind zone. And here's something to consider... if you're getting into steep, technical terrain, even a small slide can knock you off your ride, slam you into a tree, and boss you around.

Also, the snowpack is locked in place and the danger of wet avalanches should remain in the LOW category. However, if the snow you're riding on becomes damp or unsupportable, simply switch to a cooler aspect.

A bigger hazard is an unexpected fall and subsequent slide for life on a steep, frozen slope.

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No significant avalanche activity to report

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Nowcast-

Skies are clear as temperatures cratered in the deep freeze overnight and currently register in the single digits. Winds are generally calm and northerly, blowing just 10-20 mph along the high peaks and that combo brings windchill factors to -10 degrees. All but the most wind sheltered terrain harbors soft snow, otherwise rock hard snow is found elsewhere.

Forecast-

High pressure delivers sunny skies with temperatures quickly climbing into the 30's later today. Northwest winds remain reasonable and blow in the teens and 20's along the high ridges.

Futurecast-

High pressure continues building through the end of the work week and that'll give us lots of sun, light winds, and warming temperatures. The heat is on for the weekend and we should see nearly record breaking highs by Saturday.

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This forecast is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This forecast describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.