Avalanche Forecast
Regions: Chic-Chocs.
The snow of the last few days is starting to give our mountains a more wintery look. Remember, though, that the natural obstacles are close to the surface and the snowpack is still very thin. Patience will be the order of the day as we enter 2024.
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
Early season, observations are limited. Thanks for sharing your observation through the Mountain Information Network if you head out.
No new avalanches have been observed or reported. Please share your observations at [email protected] or via the Mountain Information Network.
Snowpack Summary
Between 5 and 20 cm of new snow lies on top of the New Year's crust (the crusty surface left by December's rain). There seems to be more new snow in the south of the forecast area and at higher altitudes. However, snow cover remains minimal. The height of the snow cover varies between 5 and 50 cm.
Weather Summary
Synopsis: For the next few days, we'll have a few breakthroughs of sunshine, light winds shifting from northwest to southwest, and temperatures warming to -5C on Wednesday.
Monday evening and night: Mostly cloudy. Light winds 10-20 km/h from the northwest. Minimum -18C.
Tuesday: Cloudy with sunny periods. Wind 10 to 20 km/h from the southwest. High -8C.
Wednesday: Cloudy with sunny periods. 2 cm of snow. Wind 10 to 20 km/h from the west. High -5C.
Thursday: Cloudy. 2 cm snow. Wind 10 to 20 km/h from the south. Maximum -6C.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Wind slabs may be poorly bonded to the underlying crust.
- Avalanche danger is often elevated in alpine gullies where snow has accumulated.
- Expect shallow snow cover that barely covers ground roughness.
Avalanche Problems
Wind Slabs
Windslabs are found at the top of the skiable lines and rest on the crust, providing an excellent sliding surface. Although this is an isolated problem, be sure to assess your slope for the presence of windslabs before you set off. Getting caught in an avalanche can cause serious injury if you are thrown into rocks and other natural obstacles.
Aspects: East, South East, South, South West.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood: Possible
Expected Size: 1 - 2