Avalanche Forecast

Several natural wet loose avalanches have been observed in the past two days, these have mostly been size 1-2. Larger naturals up to size 3 have been observed in isolated areas.

Alpine/Treeline - Moist surface snow all aspects with weak surface crust forming overnight. This overlies a generally well settled lower snowpack. Feb 03 crust/facets may still exist at high elevations and is buried 100-120 cm deep.

Below Treeline - Moist faceted snow to ground. Most solar aspects are now below threshold for avalanches

Sun

An alpine high of +10°C with clear skies. Light SW winds, freezing level 3000 m.

Mon

Partly cloudy, freezing level falling to 2500 m. Ridgetop winds moderate from the SW. Alpine high of +5°C.

Tues

Periods of snow with 5 - 10 cm accumulation over the day. Alpine high around -2°C. Light NE ridgetop winds.

For more info: Mountain Weather Forecast.

• The more the snow feels like a slurpy, the more likely loose wet avalanches will become.
• A moist or wet snow surface, pinwheeling and natural avalanches are all indicators of a weakening snowpack.
• Back off slopes as the surface becomes moist or wet with rising temperatures.
• Keep in mind that wet avalanches can be destructive due to their high density.