Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Dec 16th, 2023 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Loose Wet.
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Spring like weather may break down the surface snow, creating the possibility of small wet loose avalanches in steep terrain features.
Summary
Confidence
Avalanche Summary
No recent avalanches have been reported in this region. Small wet avalanches may be possible to be triggered by riders on steep slopes as the warming affects the snowpack.
If you do head into the backcountry please submit any observations and or photos on the Mountain Information Network.
Snowpack Summary
A widespread melt freeze crust likely exists to mountain top. As the freezing level rises over the day, this may begin to soften and break down.
The mid and lower snowpack is made up of a series of crusts and rounded grains. The snowpack is generally well consolidated.
Overall, the snow depth remains shallow, creating challenging travel conditions and hiding early season hazards just below the snow surface.
Weather Summary
Saturday Night
Mostly cloudy with no snowfall, westerly wind 30-40 km/h. Freezing level rise to 2500 m.
Sunday
Mostly sunny. Westerly wind 20-30 km/h. Treeline temperatures rise to +6 °C, as the freezing levels spike to 3000 m.
Monday
Partly cloudy with southerly winds, 20-30 km/h. Treeline temperatures rise to +4 °C, freezing levels around 2500 m.
Tuesday
Cloudy with southerly winds, 20-30 km/h. Treeline temperatures rise to +4 °C, freezing levels start the day at 2500 m and drop to 1500 m over the day.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Watch for unstable snow on specific terrain features, especially when the snow is moist or wet.
- Avoid sun exposed slopes, especially if snow surface is moist or wet.
- Be cautious of buried obstacles especially below treeline.
Problems
Loose Wet
Wet avalanches will be most likely where warm temperatures are combined with sun on south facing slopes. Buried crusts will create ideal sliding surfaces for avalanche activity.
Aspects: South East, South, South West.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Dec 17th, 2023 4:00PM
