Provo
Peligro de aludes
- Alta montaña
- Límite del bosque
- Bajo el límite del bosque
Lo esencial
The avalanche danger is LOW. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features. Remember that risk is inherent in mountain travel.
New snow and increased winds will likely lead to minor sluffing on the steepest slopes and shallow wind drifts along the upper elevation bands today. In areas the high winds have scoured the slopes and exposed the steep frozen surface below, dangerous slide-for-life conditions will exist. Pay attention to changing conditions, periods of increased snowfall will lead to increased avalanche danger.
Special Announcement
The Avalanche Research Program at Simon Fraser University is conducting an online survey to examine how people use avalanche safety information. They want to hear from all backcountry users to understand how they process information provided in public avalanche forecasts. Anyone who completes the survey before May 15th will be entered to win cash prizes. Chapter 7 of the Low Danger Series - The Crossing
Recent Activity
No new avalanche activity reported in the backcountry yesterday.
Snow and Weather
Another cold morning, mountain temperatures are in the low 30s F at trailheads and low to mid-20s F at ridgelines. Winds are west north-westerly, averaging 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph at mid-elevations. At upper elevations, winds are blowing 40 mph, with gusts near 60 mph. Snow has not begun falling in the Provo area yet.
Today will be a return to winter with increased winds and snow totals. Mountain temperatures will be in the mid-30s to low 40s F. Winds will remain elevated, averaging 15-25 mph at mid-elevations. At upper-elevations, winds will average 30-40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. Snow showers will continue throughout the day and could be 1-4 inches of snow before dark.
Snow will continue to fall at times into tomorrow evening. The storm totals could get up to 6 inches of snow before tapering off into the weekend.
Additional Info
Information on outdoor recreation - The State of Utah created this webpage with information about recreating on both state and federal public lands during the current health crisis.
Skiing and riding at closed ski resorts - Some resorts allow access now, and some do not. Please check HERE for the latest info on ski area access.
New to the backcountry (including riding at closed resorts) - Watch the award-winning, 15 minute Know Before You Go video, or take the 5-part, free online-learning series.
General Announcements
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This information does not apply to developed ski areas or highways where avalanche control is normally done. 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.