North Rockies

Generally safe avalanche conditions. Evaluate steep lines for pockets of wind slab, even small avalanches can have serious consequences in extreme terrain.

No recent avalanche activity has been reported.

A dusting of new snow falls over widespread crusty surfaces on all but high north-facing alpine terrain, where snow is dry and likely wind affected. There are no deeper concerns at this time.

Wednesday night

Mostly cloudy with flurries bringing up to 3 cm of snow. 40 to 60 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C. Freezing level 1300m.

Thursday

A mix of sun and cloud with flurries bringing a trace of snow. 10 to 40 km/h northwest ridgetop wind, easing. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1700m.

Friday

Sunny. 10 to 30 km/h northeast ridgetop wind, easing. Treeline temperature 0 °C. Freezing level 2000m.

Saturday

A mix of sun and cloud with flurries starting in the afternoon. 20 to 30 km/h southeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 0 °C. Freezing level 2000m.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Carefully evaluate steep lines for wind slabs.
• Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.
• When a thick, melt-freeze surface crust is present, avalanche activity is unlikely.