Wind Slabs
- All elevations
- Likelihood
- Unlikely
- Size
- 1
Wind Slabs will be unlikely to trigger on Tuesday. These will be isolated to upper elevation terrain near ridge top. Any deposits have depths between 10-20cm.
Avalanche forecast
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New Zealand Avalanche Advisory
Avalanche danger
- High Alpine · above 1,800 m
- 1 · Low
- Alpine · 1,200 m–1,800 m
- 1 · Low
- Sub Alpine · below 1,200 m
- No rating
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Highlights
Light snowfall at upper elevation bands has improved conditions up high! Rain down low has impacted the snowpack however backcountry travel remains great.
Avalanche problems
Loose Wet
- All elevations
- Likelihood
- Possible
- Size
- 1
Loose Wet avalanches will be possible at all elevations on the NW 1/2 and all elevations below 1800m. Look for roller balling or a total loss of cohesion at the surface as key signs hazard is on the up!
Recent Avalanche Activity
None reported in the past 48 hours.
Current Snowpack Conditions
Significant warming and softening of surfaces occurred in most terrain Sunday afternoon. Above 1800m, Wind deposits from Saturday nights snow remain in sheltered terrain across the Easterly 1/2. In places, these are up to 30cm deep. Elsewhere, the rain crust from July 15th will still be exposed. At lower elevation bands and under the rain crust the snowpack is very well consolidated & spring like.
Mountain Weather
Tuesday: A fine day. Light Westerly 1/4 winds. FAFL up to 2300m.
Sliding Danger
If surfaces freeze overnight expect a firm start. Crampons and an axe will be required. As some warmth and some sun impact the snowpack this hazard will cease to exist.
Forecast Confidence
High
- The snowpack structure is well understood.
New Zealand Avalanche Advisory (NZ Mountain Safety Council)