Avalanche Forecast
Regions: North Okanagan, Shuswap, South Okanagan.
The freezing level is forecast to drop Monday, yet the sun will still be out. Thin wet loose avalanches are the main concern on steep slopes facing the sun.
Confidence
Moderate
Avalanche Summary
Several small (size 1-1.5) wet loose avalanches have been reported the past few days.
Snowpack Summary
Expect to see a crust on the snow surface on Monday. As the day warms the surface snow will likely turn moist and weaken, especially on sun-exposed slopes.
The upper snowpack consists of various melt-freeze layers and the lower snowpack is strong and bonded.
Weather Summary
Sunday Night
Mostly clear. 10-20 km/h southwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 1 °C. Freezing level 1900 m.
Monday
Mix of sun and cloud. 15-30 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature 1 °C. Freezing level 1700 m.
Tuesday
Mainly cloudy with isolated flurries. 20-30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.
Wednesday
Mix of sun and cloud. 10-25 km/h north ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -1 °C. Freezing level 1500 m.
More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.
Terrain and Travel Advice
- Minimize exposure to sun-exposed slopes when the solar radiation is strong.
- Back off slopes as the surface becomes moist or wet with rising temperatures.
Avalanche Problems
Loose Wet
Small wet avalanches may occur on steep slopes exposed to heat and/or sun.
Aspects: South East, South, South West, West.
Elevations: All elevations.
Likelihood: Possible
Expected Size: 1 - 1.5