Vancouver Island
Peligro de aludes
Lo esencial
It's a good time to explore more complex terrain. Be sure to verify conditions before committing to steep slopes.
Confidence
Avalanche Summary
No recent avalanches have been reported, but debris from week-old wet loose avalanches remains visible.
With our field team done for the season, observations are limited, so sharing observations on the Mountain Information Network is very helpful!
Snowpack Summary
The snowpack is generally well-settled and strong, with a typical spring diurnal pattern in effect. Daytime warming moistens the upper snowpack, and overnight cooling usually forms a hard crust at higher elevations. Lower elevations may not refreeze and are melting out quickly.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Clear. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C. Freezing level 1200 m.
Tuesday
Sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +1 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.
Wednesday
Sunny. 10 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +3 °C. Freezing level 2000 m.
Thursday
Mostly sunny. 30 km/h southeast ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature +5 °C. Freezing level 2400 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- This is a good time for exploring terrain.
- Avalanche activity is unlikely when a thick melt-freeze crust is present on the snow surface.
- Pay attention to cornices and give them a wide berth when traveling on or below ridges.