Avalanche forecast

Kootenay Boundary

Jan 20 – 21, 2026Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Thu
Fri
Alpine
1 · Low
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

A crust makes for low avalanche danger but rugged travel conditions.

Steep sunny slopes may soften in the afternoon for better riding.

Confidence

High

  • Confidence is due to a stable weather pattern; little change is expected for several days.

Avalanche Summary

There are no new avalanche observations. Avalanche activity is considered unlikely.

Snowpack Summary

A widespread crust exists on all aspects to mountaintop. This crust may soften during the day with solar input.

The mid to lower snowpack contains numerous crust/facet layers, as well as a spotty layer of surface hoar buried 50-100 cm deep. These layers are not a concern under current conditions.

Weather Summary

Monday Night
Mostly clear skies. 40 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.

Tuesday
Sunny. 20 km/h west ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -4 °C.

Wednesday
Mostly sunny. 30 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -5 °C.

Thursday
Mostly sunny. 20 km/h northwest ridgetop wind. Treeline temperature -6 °C.

More details can be found in the Mountain Weather Forecast.

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • A hard crust on the snow surface will help strengthen the snowpack, but may cause tough travel conditions.
  • This is a good time for exploring terrain.
  • Make observations and continually assess conditions as you travel.

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