Togwotee Pass

Cold temperatures after an extended thaw that included several rain events, has created a stable snowpack. Strong gusty winds may form some very shallow pockets of new wind slab at the highest elevations. These small slabs could knock over a skier or rider who ventures into cliff areas or the entrances of very steep couloirs. Watch for unstable snow on isolated terrain features.

( Discussion is generated from the previous day's afternoon forecast. )A fast moving weather system will bring an increase in winds and one to three inches of snow to the mountains beginning in the early morning on Wednesday and continuing through about noon. Snow showers may linger at the higher elevations in the afternoon. Temperatures will be in the teens and 20s. Southwest winds will increase to 20 to 25 with gusts to 35 miles per hour. Cold temperatures after an extended thaw with several rain events, has created a stable snowpack. The general avalanche hazard is LOW. Avalanches are unlikely.