Kootenay Boundary
Lawinengefahr
Kernpunkte
Avalanche activity is unlikely, but crusty or icy conditions may make travel difficult.
Sunny slopes may soften in the daytime, improving riding conditions.
Confidence
High
- We are confident due to a stable weather pattern.
Avalanche Summary
There are no new avalanche observations.
Avalanche activity is considered unlikely, and the danger is expected to remain low until the weather pattern shifts to bring more precipitation.
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Snowpack Summary
A new layer of surface hoar is growing in many parts of the region. It is not currently a concern, but it may become problematic once buried by new snow.
Otherwise, a firm surface crust caps the snowpack, potentially melting slightly in the afternoon on directly sunny slopes.
Several crust and facet layers are present deeper in the snowpack, though none are affecting stability at this time.
Weather Summary
Saturday Night
Clear skies. 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.
Sunday
Sunny. 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -9 °C.
Monday
Mix of sun and clouds. 30 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -8 °C.
Tuesday
Mix of sun and clouds. 1 cm of snow. 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -7 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
- The snowpack is generally stable; it may be appropriate to step out into more complex terrain.
- Small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain. Carefully evaluate your line for slabs before you commit to it.