Uintas

Today's avalanche hazard is pretty straight-forward and easily managed with terrain choices-

While the avalanche danger is generally LOW across the range, there are isolated places where you could trigger an old wind drift, especially in steep terrain above treeline in the wind zone. And here's something to consider... if you're getting into steep, technical terrain, even a small slide can knock you off your ride, slam you into a tree, and boss you around.

Also, the snowpack is locked in place and the danger of wet avalanches should remain in the LOW category. However, if the snow you're riding on becomes damp or unsupportable, simply switch to a cooler aspect.

A bigger hazard is an unexpected fall and subsequent slide for life on a steep, frozen slope.

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No significant avalanche activity to report

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Nowcast-

Yesterday's dry cold front slid through the region bringing gusty winds, dust, and of course, much colder temperatures. This morning, skies are clear, the dust has literally settled, and temperatures register near zero at most of our automated weather stations. Winds are generally calm and northerly, blowing just 10-20 mph along the high peaks and that combo brings windchill factors to -20 degrees.... ouch. All but the most wind sheltered terrain harbors soft snow, otherwise rock hard snow is found elsewhere.

Forecast-

Look for sunny skies with temperatures slowly climbing out of the deep freeze and reaching into the 20's. Northwest winds remain reasonable and blow in the teens along the high ridges.

Futurecast-

High pressure builds the next couple of days and we should see dramatic warming by the weekend.

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I will update this forecast by 7:00 AM tomorrow, Wednesday, March 31st.

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This forecast is from the U.S.D.A. Forest Service, which is solely responsible for its content. This forecast describes general avalanche conditions and local variations always occur.