A bit of new snow will improve skiing conditions, but be mindful of windslabs.
Previous snow and strong winds created wind slabs in alpine lee areas and on wind-loaded features. These slabs may be sitting on a crust at the base of the snowpack, which could increase their potential for triggering. Be mindful of newly formed windslabs if the winds start to increase.
No new recent avalanches observed or reported.
If you're out in the field, consider sharing your findings by posting a MIN report.
New snow will fall on old windslabs and a faceted midpack. There is a thin crust 20-30cm below the surface, as well as a notable 5-15 cm thick crust near the base of the snowpack, surrounded by facets above and below. Snow depth in the alpine is approximately 70 cm but varies greatly due to recent wind effect. Traveling through TL, the snow tapers off quickly with elevation.
Saturday
Cloudy with sunny periods and isolated flurries (trace amounts).
Low of -8 °C and a high of High -4 °C, with winds from the west 10-20 km/h.
Freezing level: 1600 metres.
Sunday
Cloudy with sunny periods and isolated flurries (trace amounts).
Low of -13 °C and a high of -10 °C with light ridge winds.
Freezing level at valley bottom.
