Salt Lake
Lawinengefahr
- Hochgebirge
- Waldgrenze
- Unterhalb der Waldgrenze
Kernpunkte
The avalanche danger is LOW, and the snow is mostly stable. Loose-dry avalanches can run on steep, sheltered, north-facing slopes. Although small, these slides can entrain enough snow to create a hazard.
Ice Climbers: Consider the terrain above you and the potential for loose-dry avalanches while planning your climb and belay positions.
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Recent Activity
On Friday, backcountry riders were able to trigger loose-dry avalanches that entrained the faceted surface snow on steep, north-facing slopes. As the snow surface continues to weaken, these avalanches will become easier to trigger and may grow larger in size.
You can view all recent observations here.
Snow and Weather
This morning, skies are mostly clear with a few clouds hovering near the peaks. Temperatures remain cold, with most locations in the single digits °F. Light to moderate wind is blowing from the northwest at 10-15 mph, with gusts in the 20s. Over the last 24 hours, the wind along the Little Cottonwood ridgeline has been stronger, averaging 20-35 mph with gusts into the 40s. Wind chill values are subzero, with Mount Baldy registering -32 °F at 7:00 a.m.
Wind speeds are expected to peak early this afternoon before tapering off. Daytime highs will remain cold, ranging from 10–20°F, with increasing clouds and very light snow showers possible throughout the day.
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General Announcements
This information does not apply to developed ski areas or highways where avalanche control is normally done. 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.