Avalanche Forecast

Low - Due to the number of field observations

The high amplitude ridge sitting off the BC Coast is expected to deflect any potential storm systems away from the Northwest this week. The forecast period is marked by cooler temps, clear skies and no significant precipitation, but that could change this weekend. MONDAY NIGHT: Freezing level at valley bottom, light westerly wind at most elevations, strong northwest wind at ridgetop, no significant precipitation expected. TUESDAY: Scattered cloud cover initially, clearing throughout the day, freezing level at valley bottom, light westerly wind at most elevations, strong northwest wind at ridgetop, no significant precipitation expected.WEDNESDAY: Broken cloud cover, light variable wind, no significant precipitation expected.THURSDAY: A few clouds, freezing level at valley bottom, light southerly wind, no significant precipitation expected.

No recent avalanches have been reported. However, we currently have very limited observations. If you have been out, please submit any observations to the Mountain Information Network (MIN).

Surface Hoar is beginning to form on the surface as indicated by this MIN report. There is up to 20 cm of recent storm snow sitting on a hard crust at upper elevations. Expect to find an early season crust near the bottom of the snowpack in many areas. Recent reports suggest there is an average of 60-120 cm of snow in the alpine. This decreases dramatically with elevation where the primary hazards are rocks, stumps, and open creeks. We currently have very limited snowpack observations, so it is critical to supplement this information with your own observations.