Vancouver Island

A firm, widespread crust exists. Be aware of slippery and difficult travel conditions.

No recent avalanche activity has been reported.

If you are headed into the backcountry please consider submitting a MIN report.

Surface hoar growth and surface faceting continue with recent cool and clear weather conditions. A widespread crust likely exists at or just below the surface in all but alpine, north-facing terrain. Variable wind-affected snow can be found in areas without a surface crust.

The mid and lower snowpack is dense and well-settled with no current concerns.

Monday Night

Mostly clear sky. 20 to 30 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.

Tuesday

Mostly sunny. 30 to 40 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.

Wednesday

Mostly cloudy. 20 to 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C, with the chance of a temperature inversion.

Thursday

Mostly cloudy with 0 to 2 mm of precipitation. 30 to 40 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Avalanche activity is unlikely when a thick melt-freeze crust is present on the snow surface.
• A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.