Esplanade
Avalanche danger
Highlights
Low avalanche hazard, but not zero.
Generally safe avalanche conditions. Use normal caution, good travel habits, and watch for isolated pockets of wind affected snow.
Confidence
High
- Confidence is due to a stable weather pattern with little change expected.
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches reported.
Snowpack Summary
Widespread surface hoar growth on a crust that exists on all aspects, up to at least 2300 m. This crust may soften on steep south-facing slopes during the day. If any shred of dry snow exists on high alpine north aspects, it is almost certainly wind affected.
The remainder of the snowpack is well consolidated with no concerns at this time.
Weather Summary
Monday Night
Mostly clear skies. 30 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -2 °C.
Tuesday
Sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -3 °C.
Wednesday
Mix of sun and clouds. 20 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.
Thursday
Sunny. 20 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Avalanche activity is unlikely when a thick melt-freeze crust is present on the snow surface.
- Be alert to conditions that change with elevation and sun exposure.
- Make observations and continually assess conditions as you travel.