South Coast Inland

Small wind slabs may form below ridgetops in isolated areas that receive more than 10 cm of new snow.

High

• We have a good understanding of the snowpack structure and confidence in the weather forecast.

No recent avalanches have been reported.

5 to 10 cm snow and strong southwest wind may form small wind slabs at upper elevations. The new snow overlies a persistent weak layer.

At treeline and above, this layer is primarily a hard crust with weak facets above and/or below.

In sheltered treeline locations and below, this layer may be a combination of hard crust and/or surface hoar.

Cornices are reported to be large and looming. Be mindful of them overhead or when travelling on ridge tops.

The mid/lower snowpack is generally well settled and strong.

Snowpack depth ranges between 150 to 250 cm at treeline elevations.

Wednesday Night
Mostly cloudy. 3 to 10 cm of snow. 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C. Freezing level 1300 m.

Thursday
Mostly cloudy. 3 to 5 cm of snow. 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C. Freezing level 1600 m.

Friday
Mostly cloudy. 0 to 5 cm of snow. 60 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C. Freezing level 1800 m.

Saturday
Mix of sun and clouds. 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 2100 m.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain. Carefully evaluate your line for slabs before you commit to it.
• Avalanche activity is unlikely when a thick melt-freeze crust is present on the snow surface.
• Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.