Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Chic-Chocs.
Although the danger rating has been reduced to moderate, avalanches can still be triggered by human intervention.
Confidence
High
Avalanche Summary
No new avalanches were observed or reported today.
If you are out in the backcountry, please share your observations on the Mountain Information Network (MIN).
Snowpack Summary
Following Tuesday's thaw, a refreezing crust formed only at low elevation (below 300 m). In the alpine and at treeline, a variety of wind-affected surfaces were observed (rocks, hard snow, snow accumulation). At all elevations in wind-protected areas, 30 to 50 cm of fairly light snow lies on top of a well-consolidated snowpack. A significant presence of facets is found at the base of the snowpack (up to 60 cm), especially in areas where the snowpack is thinner. The height of the snowpack varies between 120 and 220 cm.
Weather Summary
WEATHER FOR THE CRESTS AND SUMMITS OF CHIC-CHOCS
This week's menu includes temperatures close to seasonal normals and a little snow towards the end of the week.
Wednesday evening and night: Clear. Wind 20 to 40 km/h northwest. Low -13.
Thursday: Clear in the afternoon. Winds 20 to 40 km/h from the southwest. High -5.
Friday: Intermittent snow. 5 to 10 cm of snow. Winds 20 to 40 km/h from the west. Temperature dropping to -13.
Saturday: Intermittent snow. 2 to 4 cm of snow. Winds 10 to 20 km/h from the south. Maximum -14.
For more details, see the Chic-Chocs alpine weather forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Avoid steep, rocky, and wind-affected areas where triggering slabs is more likely.
- If triggered, wind slabs avalanches may step down to deeper layers resulting in larger avalanches.
Avalanche Problems
Wind Slabs
Recent milder temperatures are accelerating the process of stabilizing wind slabs. However, it is still possible for users to trigger them, especially in Alpine areas.
Aspects: North, North East, East, South East, South.
Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.
Likelihood: Possible
Expected Size: 1.5 - 2.5