While the snowpack is generally stable and conditions are great for riding, be mindful of wind slabs at higher elevations and loose snow avalanches on steep slopes unaffected by wind.
New and old wind slabs may remain reactive in steep, exposed terrain at higher elevations, particularly with a generally weak, faceted upper snowpack below.
Surface hoar growth continues, along with the faceting of the upper snowpack with cold, clear, and dry weather. Variable wind-affected surfaces exist in exposed terrain, while soft, low-density snow exists elsewhere.
The upper snowpack is largely faceted with a chance of weak surface hoar layers in terrain sheltered from wind and sun at treeline and below and various sun crusts on south-facing slopes.
The mid and lower snowpack is strong and bonded.
No recent avalanche activity has been reported.
If you do head into the backcountry consider submitting a MIN post.
Tuesday Night
Clear skies. 20 to 30 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -18 °C.
Wednesday
Sunny. 10 to 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -14 °C.
Thursday
Mostly sunny. 20 to 30 km/h southeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -12 °C.
Friday
Mostly sunny. 10 to 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -12 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
