Avalanche Forecast
Issued: Feb 20th, 2024 4:00PM
The alpine rating is , the treeline rating is , and the below treeline rating is Known problems include Wind Slabs.
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Use caution in the alpine where rider triggerable wind slabs are possible.
A diminishing snowpack will make for challenging travel.
Summary
Confidence
Avalanche Summary
No recent avalanches have been observed in this region.
Snowpack Summary
Up to 20 cm of new snow could accumulate over a variety of surfaces in the alpine including; a crust and previously wind effected surfaces in exposed terrain.
The remainder of the snowpack is well settled. Conditions remain rugged at lower elevations.
Weather Summary
Tuesday Night
Cloudy with 5 to 10 mm of mixed precipitation expected. 10 to 25 km/h southeast alpine wind. Freezing level around 1500 m.
Wednesday
Cloudy with 10 mm of mixed precipitation expected. 15 to 30 km/h southeast alpine wind. Freezing level rising to 1500 m.
Thursday
Mostly cloudy with around 5 mm of mixed precipitation expected. 10 to 25 km/h southeast alpine wind. Freezing level rising to 1500 m.
Friday
A mix of sun and cloud. 30 to 50 km/h southwest alpine wind. Freezing level rising to 1700 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Watch for wind-loaded pockets especially around ridgecrest and in extreme terrain.
- A crust on the surface will help bind the snow together, but may make for tough travel conditions.
Problems
Wind Slabs
New snow and wind could form wind slab at higher elevations.
Aspects: All aspects.
Elevations: Alpine.
Likelihood
Expected Size
Valid until: Feb 21st, 2024 4:00PM
