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Avalanche Forecast

Nov 27th, 2023–Nov 28th, 2023
Alpine
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low
Alpine
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating in the alpine will be low
Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating at treeline will be low
Below Treeline
1: Low
The avalanche danger rating below treeline will be low

Regions: Badshot-Battle, Central Selkirk, Esplanade, Goat, Gold, Jordan, Kokanee, North Columbia, North Okanagan, North Selkirk, Retallack, South Columbia, Valhalla, West Purcell, Whatshan.

Early season hazards are the main concern in this shallow snowpack. It's a great time to brush up on your rescue skills, check your gear, and do some snow dances!

Confidence

Moderate

Avalanche Summary

A few natural size two wind slab avalanches have been reported in the last week at higher elevations.

Observations are limited this time of year. Please consider filling out a MIN report if you do head out in the backcountry! 🙏

Snowpack Summary

Expect early-season conditions with a shallower-than-average snowpack. At treeline depths are between 60-100 cm. Below treeline, snowpack depths taper off quickly.

Surface conditions are variable. Surface hoar growth has been reported in many areas. A sun crust can be found on steep south and west-facing slopes, and wind effect exists on exposed terrain at treeline and above.

A crust with facets below exists 10 to 20 cm above the ground.

Weather Summary

Monday night

Cloudy with clear periods, no precipitation, southwest alpine wind 5 to 15 km/h, treeline temperature -6 °C.

Tuesday

Valley cloud in many areas, clear above, no precipitation, west alpine wind 5 to 15 km/h, treeline temperature -4 °C with an alpine temperature inversion.

Wednesday

Sunny with cloudy periods, no precipitation, northwest alpine wind 5 to 15 km/h, treeline temperature -6 °C.

Thursday

A mix of sun and cloud, no precipitation, south alpine wind 5 to 10 km/h, treeline temperature -7 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Avoid areas where the snow feels stiff and/or slabby.
  • Early season avalanches at any elevation have the potential to be particularly dangerous due to obstacles that are exposed or just below the surface.

Avalanche Problems

Wind Slabs

Small wind slabs may be found at higher elevations, primarily in north and east facing terrain (although wind direction has varied throughout the region).

Aspects: North, North East, East, South East.

Elevations: Alpine, Treeline.

Likelihood: Unlikely

Expected Size: 1 - 1.5