Avalanche forecast

Banff Yoho Kootenay

Feb 20 – 21, 2026Avalanche Canada
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Avalanche danger

Sun
Mon
Alpine
2 · Moderate
Treeline
1 · Low
Below
1 · Low
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Highlights

Generally stable conditions. Pay attention to the Jan 24 Surface hoar layer down 25-35 cm that is located in specific areas at treeline and below. We have not seen any recent action on this layer in this region, but is worth checking for before committing to bigger slopes.

Avalanche problems

  • Wind Slabs

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–1.5

    Small wind slabs can be found in steep lee alpine terrain

  • Loose Dry

    • Alpine
    • Treeline
    • Below treeline
    Likelihood
    Possible
    Size
    1–1.5

    Watch for Dry Loose avalanches in steep terrain in the alpine.

Confidence

Avalanche Summary

No new avalanches observed or reported today for this area. But check out the recent avalanches in the Kootenay and Yoho Sub-regions.

Snowpack Summary

15-25 cm recent low density snow, with minimal wind effect, overlays sun-crusts on solar aspects and scoured terrain in alpine. In some areas, the Jan 24 layer (surface hoar/crust) is down 25–35 cm at treeline and below. (Check for this layer before committing to bigger terrain). Below this, the snowpack is generally strong and well settled.

Weather Summary

Friday, Feb 20
Mixed sun and cloud with no new snow.
Winds: NW-Light.
Temps at 2300m: -14°

Saturday, Feb 21
Mixed sun and cloud
Winds: South-Light
Temps at 2300m: -10°

Terrain and Travel Advice

  • Wind slabs are isolated, but may remain reactive.

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