Avalanche forecast

Jasper

Jan 6 – 7, 2016Parks Canada
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Avalanche danger

Wed
Thu
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Unlikely - Possible
    Size
    1–2
    Isolated wind slabs in exposed areas above treeline.

Weather Forecast

Cooling trend towards the weekend, dropping to -20C at treeline by Saturday. No precipitation expected until next Tuesday. Skies to remain generally clear with light winds from the North.

Snowpack Summary

Variable wind slab in open or exposed terrain. Sun crust formed on steep solar aspects due to previous warm alpine temperatures. In most areas the snowpack is characterized by facets on a supportive mid-pack that is bridging basal facets. Widespread surface hoar growth.

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanche observations.

Confidence

The weather pattern is stable

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