Yukon

Wind slabs may be found at higher elevations. Head to wind-sheltered terrain for the best riding.

We haven't received any reports of recent avalanches. Looking forward, we expect that riders could trigger newly formed wind slabs in wind-loaded alpine terrain.

Please consider sharing your observations to the Mountain Information Network.

The alpine has received upwards of 45 cm of snow over the past few days, with more forecast for Friday. Strong southwest wind is also forecast, which may redistribute the snow to cross-loaded and lee terrain features. Wind-protected areas surfaces remain soft.

Cornices are large and looming at this time of year.

Thursday Night

Cloudy with 1 to 3 cm of snow. 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -7 °C.

Friday

Cloudy with 2 to 10 cm of snow with the most expected around White Pass. 50 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

Saturday

Cloudy with 2 to 10 cm of snow with the most expected around White Pass. 40 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.

Sunday

Cloudy with 2 to 5 cm of snow. 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

• Watch for newly formed and reactive wind slabs as you transition into wind affected terrain.
• Wind slabs are most reactive during their formation.
• The best and safest riding will be on slopes that have soft snow without any slab properties.
• Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.